Canon 1Ds MII vs Casio EX-Z90
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Canon 1Ds MII vs Casio EX-Z90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 17MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1565g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
- Announced October 2005
- Succeeded the Canon 1Ds
- Successor is Canon 1Ds MIII
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 121g - 90 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched August 2009

Canon 1Ds MII vs Casio EX-Z90 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon 1Ds MII and Casio EX-Z90, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1Ds MII (17MP) and EX-Z90 (12MP) and the 1Ds MII (Full frame) and EX-Z90 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

The 1Ds MII was announced 4 years before the EX-Z90 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1Ds MII being a Large SLR camera and the Casio EX-Z90 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 1Ds MII matches up against the EX-Z90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 1Ds MII vs Casio EX-Z90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II and Casio Exilim EX-Z90. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 1Ds MII Gallery and Casio EX-Z90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds MII over the Casio EX-Z90
1Ds MII | EX-Z90 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Canon 1Ds MII
EX-Z90 | 1Ds MII | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | ![]() | October 2005 | Fresher by 46 months |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Common features in the Canon 1Ds MII and Casio EX-Z90
1Ds MII | EX-Z90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon 1Ds MII vs Casio EX-Z90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon 1Ds MII features outer measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z90 has sizing of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Look at the Canon 1Ds MII and Casio EX-Z90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the 1Ds MII vs the EX-Z90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1Ds MII and EX-Z90 is 50 and 96 respectively.

Canon 1Ds MII vs Casio EX-Z90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1Ds MII and EX-Z90.
Clearly, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1Ds MII having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon 1Ds MII will give you greater detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older 1Ds MII is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

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Canon 1Ds MII vs Casio EX-Z90 Specifications
Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2005-10-11 | 2009-08-18 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 17MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4992 x 3328 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Total lenses | 250 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | External | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1565g (3.45 lbs) | 121g (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 74 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1480 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), SD card | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Price at launch | $12,000 | $150 |