Casio EX-Z280 vs Sony W530

Let's look more in depth at the Casio EX-Z280 and Sony W530, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was introduced 16 months earlier than the W530 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z280 being a Compact camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-Z280 matches up versus the W530 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z280 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z280 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z280 offers external dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony W530 has specifications of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z280 and Sony W530 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z280 compared to the W530.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and W530 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and W530.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony W530 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older EX-Z280 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.