Casio EX-Z280 vs Samsung WB50F

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-Z280 versus Samsung WB50F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and WB50F (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was manufactured 5 years prior to the WB50F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the EX-Z280 matches up versus the WB50F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z280 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung WB50F has sizing of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z280 compared to the WB50F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and WB50F is 96 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and WB50F.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung WB50F to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 will be behind in sensor tech.