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Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z90

Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
43
Overall
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Canon SX220 HS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
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Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z90 Key Specs

Canon SX220 HS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
  • Introduced February 2011
Casio EX-Z90
(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
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Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z90 Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z90 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was manufactured 18 months after the EX-Z90 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX220 HS grades versus the EX-Z90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Casio EX-Z90

 SX220 HS EX-Z90 
LaunchedFebruary 2011August 2009Newer by 18 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kCrisper screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Canon SX220 HS

 EX-Z90 SX220 HS 

Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Casio EX-Z90

 SX220 HS EX-Z90 
Focus manually Very exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z90 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS comes with exterior measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z90 has measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX220 HS and the EX-Z90.

Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z90 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and EX-Z90 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z90 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z90 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and EX-Z90.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images however you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX220 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z90 sensor size comparison

Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z90 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX220 HS Portrait photography factors
Casio EX-Z90 Portrait photography factors
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manual focus
flash sync speed is above average (1/2,000s)
supports face detect autofocus
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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has manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX220 HS Street photography info
Casio EX-Z90 Street photography info
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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lighter than competition (121 grams)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX220 HS Sports photography info
Casio EX-Z90 Sports photography info
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incredible zoom range (28-392mm 14.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (210 shots)
has no phase detect autofocus
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no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon SX220 HS
Travel photography with Casio EX-Z90
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flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
very long reach (392mm)
missing Time Lapse function
terrible battery life (210 per charge)
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
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lighter than competition (121 grams)
has built in flash
missing Timelapse function
low resolution (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon SX220 HS
Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z90
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manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
terrible battery life (210 shots)
missing Time Lapse function
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has manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX220 HS as a Vlogging camera
Casio EX-Z90 as a Vlogging camera
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relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not feature selfie friendly display
missing mic jack
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lighter than competition (121 grams)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone socket
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Canon SX220 HS vs Casio EX-Z90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX220 HS and Casio EX-Z90
 Canon SX220 HSCasio Exilim EX-Z90
General Information
Company Canon Casio
Model type Canon SX220 HS Casio Exilim EX-Z90
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-02-07 2009-08-18
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology Digic 4
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-392mm (14.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech PureColor II TG TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/3200 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/2000 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 121 gr (0.27 lbs)
Physical dimensions 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 life 210 photographs -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-5L NP-60
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail price $399 $150