Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony S2000
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony S2000 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
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010
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Below is a in-depth overview of the Casio EX-Z280 versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-Z280 was revealed 4 months earlier than the S2000 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-Z280 scores against the S2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Sony S2000
| EX-Z280 | S2000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Casio EX-Z280
| S2000 | EX-Z280 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Sony S2000
| EX-Z280 | S2000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | August 2009 |  | January 2010 | Similar generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z280 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the EX-Z280 compared to the S2000.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and S2000 is 96 and 93 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z280 and S2000.
As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Casio EX-Z280 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively.
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-08-31 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Bionz |
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 115 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.20 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | NP-80 | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $180 | $225 |
