Canon A4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90
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Canon A4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 95 x 56 x 24mm
- Released February 2012
(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
- Revealed August 2009

Canon A4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Canon A4000 IS and Casio EX-Z90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Casio. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the A4000 IS (16MP) and EX-Z90 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A4000 IS was manufactured 2 years after the EX-Z90 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the A4000 IS scores versus the EX-Z90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS & Casio Exilim EX-Z90. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A4000 IS Gallery & Casio EX-Z90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A4000 IS over the Casio EX-Z90
A4000 IS | EX-Z90 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 31 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Canon A4000 IS
EX-Z90 | A4000 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Canon A4000 IS and Casio EX-Z90
A4000 IS | EX-Z90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon A4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon A4000 IS offers physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst 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).
Contrast the Canon A4000 IS and Casio EX-Z90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the A4000 IS vs the EX-Z90.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A4000 IS and EX-Z90 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon A4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A4000 IS and EX-Z90.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon A4000 IS to offer greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger A4000 IS provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2009-08-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface 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 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145 gr (0.32 lb) | 121 gr (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 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 | 175 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | NP-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $199 | $150 |