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Canon A1100 IS vs Casio EX-Z90

Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27
Canon PowerShot A1100 IS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Canon A1100 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Key Specs

Canon A1100 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
  • 150g - 95 x 62 x 31mm
  • Launched February 2009
Casio EX-Z90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 121g - 90 x 52 x 19mm
  • Introduced August 2009
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Canon A1100 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon A1100 IS versus Casio EX-Z90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. The resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the EX-Z90 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1100 IS was manufactured 6 months before the EX-Z90 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the A1100 IS grades against the EX-Z90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon A1100 IS over the Casio EX-Z90

 A1100 IS EX-Z90 

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Canon A1100 IS

 EX-Z90 A1100 IS 
Manual focus More precise focusing
Display dimensions2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution230k115kCrisper display (+115k dot)

Common features in the Canon A1100 IS and Casio EX-Z90

 A1100 IS EX-Z90 
IntroducedFebruary 2009August 2009Same age
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch display Neither contains Touch display

Canon A1100 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon A1100 IS has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z90 has specifications of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Canon A1100 IS versus Casio EX-Z90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the A1100 IS compared to the EX-Z90.

Canon A1100 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A1100 IS and EX-Z90 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Canon A1100 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 top view buttons comparison

Canon A1100 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1100 IS and EX-Z90.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files however you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account.

Canon A1100 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 sensor size comparison

Canon A1100 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A1100 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Portrait photography info
Casio EX-Z90 Portrait photography info
26
features face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
27
manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Street photography information
Casio EX-Z90 Street photography information
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
55
lighter than competitors in class (121 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Canon A1100 IS as a Sports photography camera
Casio EX-Z90 as a Sports photography camera
25
image stabilization (Optical)
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Travel photography information
Casio EX-Z90 Travel photography information
50
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
56
lighter than competitors in class (121 grams)
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Landscape photography advice
Casio EX-Z90 Landscape photography advice
27
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse recording
27
manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Vlogging highlights
Casio EX-Z90 Vlogging highlights
27
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have microphone socket
25
lighter than competitors in class (121g)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
does not feature selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic jack
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Canon A1100 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A1100 IS and Casio EX-Z90
 Canon PowerShot A1100 ISCasio Exilim EX-Z90
General Information
Company Canon Casio
Model Canon PowerShot A1100 IS Casio Exilim EX-Z90
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-02-18 2009-08-18
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Digic 4 Digic 4
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 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 80 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.7-5.6 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focus range 3cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 115k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (tunnel) None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m 3.00 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 150 grams (0.33 lb) 121 grams (0.27 lb)
Physical dimensions 95 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7")
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 2 x AA NP-60
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $160 $150