Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony G3
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony G3 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
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony G3 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe EX-Z280 was released 8 months after the G3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-Z280 scores against the G3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony G3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Sony G3
EX-Z280 | G3 | |||
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Released | August 2009 | January 2009 | More modern by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Casio EX-Z280
G3 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 115k | Crisper screen (+806k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Sony G3
EX-Z280 | G3 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z280 offers physical dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony G3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z280 and the G3.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and G3 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z280 and G3.
As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-Z280 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX-Z280 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony G3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-31 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 115 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 133g (0.29 lbs) | 185g (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $180 | $200 |