Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony HX9V
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony HX9V 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Released July 2011
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony HX9V Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Casio EX-Z280 and Sony HX9V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe EX-Z280 was manufactured 22 months before the HX9V which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z280 grades vs the HX9V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony HX9V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Sony HX9V
EX-Z280 | HX9V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Casio EX-Z280
HX9V | EX-Z280 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | August 2009 | Newer by 22 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 115k | Sharper screen (+806k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Sony HX9V
EX-Z280 | HX9V | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z280 has got outer measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z280 and Sony HX9V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z280 versus the HX9V.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and HX9V is 96 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and HX9V.
All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX9V to deliver greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z280 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-08-31 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 115k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | 245 grams (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $180 | $328 |