Casio EX-100 vs Pentax E90

Here, we will be looking at the Casio EX-100 vs Pentax E90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and E90 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-100 was launched 4 years after the E90 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-100 grades vs the E90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-100 has got physical dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-100 and the E90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-100 and E90 is 83 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-100 and E90.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-100 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Casio EX-100 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger EX-100 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.