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Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-Z90

Portability
90
Imaging
35
Features
37
Overall
35
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Key Specs

Canon SX200 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
  • 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
  • Introduced May 2009
  • Renewed by Canon SX210 IS
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
  • Announced August 2009
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Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Overview

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-Z90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the EX-Z90 (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was announced 3 months earlier than the EX-Z90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX200 IS scores versus the EX-Z90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Casio EX-Z90

 SX200 IS EX-Z90 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Canon SX200 IS

 EX-Z90 SX200 IS 

Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Casio EX-Z90

 SX200 IS EX-Z90 
AnnouncedMay 2009August 2009Same generation
Focus manually Very exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS has got physical measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z90 has measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX200 IS vs the EX-Z90.

Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and EX-Z90 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The graphic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and EX-Z90.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you should always take the release date of the cameras into account.

Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 sensor size comparison

Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Portrait photography factors
Casio EX-Z90 Portrait photography factors
29
has manual focus
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
27
has manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Canon SX200 IS as a Street photography camera
Casio EX-Z90 as a Street photography camera
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (247g)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
55
lighter than others in class (121g)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Sports photography features
Casio EX-Z90 Sports photography features
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Travel photography highlights
Casio EX-Z90 Travel photography highlights
63
lighter than competition in class (247 grams)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
long zoom (336mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
MP count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
56
lighter than others in class (121g)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon SX200 IS
Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z90
43
has manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
28
has manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Vlogging features
Casio EX-Z90 Vlogging features
30
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (247 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic support
25
lighter than others in class (121 grams)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic socket
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Canon SX200 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX200 IS and Casio EX-Z90
 Canon PowerShot SX200 ISCasio Exilim EX-Z90
General Information
Brand Name Canon Casio
Model type Canon PowerShot SX200 IS Casio Exilim EX-Z90
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-05-14 2009-08-18
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - 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 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Lowest native ISO 80 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-336mm (12.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/3.4-5.3 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing distance 0cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/3200 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 3.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AEB
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 (30 fps), 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)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 247 grams (0.54 lb) 121 grams (0.27 lb)
Physical dimensions 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NB-5L NP-60
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail price $329 $150