Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony TF1
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony TF1 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
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced June 2013

Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Let's look closer at the Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z280 was revealed 4 years prior to the TF1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-Z280 grades against the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Sony TF1
EX-Z280 | TF1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Casio EX-Z280
TF1 | EX-Z280 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 46 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper display (+345k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Sony TF1
EX-Z280 | TF1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z280 comes with outside measurements of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony TF1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z280 against the TF1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and TF1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The photograph here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z280 and TF1.
Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony TF1 to provide extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older EX-Z280 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-08-31 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | 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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 115k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.20 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lb) | 152g (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" 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 life | - | 240 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-80 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $180 | $266 |