Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-Z90
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Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-Z90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 125g - 95 x 54 x 20mm
- Released February 2012
(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 A2300 vs Casio EX-Z90 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Canon A2300 and Casio EX-Z90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the A2300 (16MP) and EX-Z90 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A2300 was launched 2 years later than the EX-Z90 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the A2300 scores vs the EX-Z90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-Z90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2300 & Casio Exilim EX-Z90. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2300 Gallery & Casio EX-Z90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Casio EX-Z90
A2300 | EX-Z90 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Canon A2300
EX-Z90 | A2300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Canon A2300 and Casio EX-Z90
A2300 | EX-Z90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-Z90 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon A2300 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z90 has specifications of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Canon A2300 and Casio EX-Z90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the A2300 versus the EX-Z90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2300 and EX-Z90 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-Z90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A2300 and EX-Z90.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon A2300 to give more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer A2300 should have a benefit in sensor tech.

Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-Z90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2300 vs Casio EX-Z90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2300 | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2300 | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2009-08-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) | 121 grams (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 210 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | NP-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $139 | $150 |