Clicky

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax H90

Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Casio Exilim EX-H20G front
 
Pentax Optio H90 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax H90 Key Specs

Casio EX-H20G
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
  • Revealed September 2010
Pentax H90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2010
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax H90 Overview

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-H20G and Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the H90 (12MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The EX-H20G was brought out 8 months after the H90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-H20G scores vs the H90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban
	
	

Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Pentax H90

 EX-H20G H90 
LaunchedSeptember 2010January 2010More modern by 8 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kCrisper screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Casio EX-H20G

 H90 EX-H20G 

Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Pentax H90

 EX-H20G H90 
Manual focus More accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H20G offers outside measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Pentax H90 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-H20G and Pentax H90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-H20G compared to the H90.

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax H90 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H20G and H90 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax H90 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H20G and H90.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Casio EX-H20G to deliver greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger EX-H20G is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax H90 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax H90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-H20G
Portrait photography with Pentax H90
35
you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
27
you can focus manually
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Street Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Street photography info
Pentax H90 Street photography info
53
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than others in class (216 grams)
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Sports photography information
Pentax H90 Sports photography information
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
31
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides tracking autofocus
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Travel photography advice
Pentax H90 Travel photography advice
60
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than others in class (216 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
57
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
Photography Glossary

Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Landscape photography info
Pentax H90 Landscape photography info
46
you can focus manually
pretty wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
36
you can focus manually
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-H20G as a Vlogging camera
Pentax H90 as a Vlogging camera
27
pretty wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic port
heavier than others in class (216g)
28
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic socket
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax H90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H20G and Pentax H90
 Casio Exilim EX-H20GPentax Optio H90
General Information
Brand Casio Pentax
Model type Casio Exilim EX-H20G Pentax Optio H90
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-09-20 2010-01-25
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine HS Prime
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-240mm (10.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing distance 7cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 4.00 m
Flash modes Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB 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) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 216g (0.48 pounds) 153g (0.34 pounds)
Dimensions 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1")
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 ID NP-90 D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $300 $150