Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony A7S II
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony A7S II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Released October 2015
- Old Model is Sony A7S
- Replacement is Sony A7S III

Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony A7S II Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z280 and Sony A7S II, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the A7S II (12MP) is fairly close but the EX-Z280 (1/2.3") and A7S II (Full frame) have totally different sensor dimensions.

The EX-Z280 was revealed 7 years earlier than the A7S II which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z280 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-Z280 scores against the A7S II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony A7S II Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Sony Alpha A7S II. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Sony A7S II
EX-Z280 | A7S II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Casio EX-Z280
A7S II | EX-Z280 | |||
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Released | October 2015 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 74 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+1114k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Sony A7S II
EX-Z280 | A7S II | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 features exterior dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony A7S II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z280 and Sony A7S II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the A7S II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and A7S II is 96 and 68 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and A7S II.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The EX-Z280 provides the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The more aged EX-Z280 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony A7S II Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony A7S II Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Sony Alpha A7S II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Sony Alpha A7S II |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2015-10-12 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 102400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 169 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 115 thousand dots | 1,229 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps]) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) | 627 grams (1.38 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2993 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 370 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-80 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $180 | $2,767 |