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Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax X90

Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Casio Exilim EX-H20G front
 
Pentax X90 front
Portability
69
Imaging
35
Features
34
Overall
34

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax X90 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 X90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
  • Launched July 2010
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Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax X90 Overview

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax X90, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the X90 (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-H20G was launched 3 months after the X90 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-H20G being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-H20G matches up against the X90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Pentax X90

 EX-H20G X90 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution461k230kClearer display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Casio EX-H20G

 X90 EX-H20G 

Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Pentax X90

 EX-H20G X90 
LaunchedSeptember 2010July 2010Same age
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H20G enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Pentax X90 has proportions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax X90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-H20G against the X90.

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax X90 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H20G and X90 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax X90 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H20G and X90.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Casio EX-H20G to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax X90 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax X90 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax X90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H20G as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax X90 as a Portrait photography camera
35
has manual focus
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
29
has manual focus
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-H20G as a Street photography camera
Pentax X90 as a Street photography camera
53
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
heavier than average in class (216 grams)
45
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Sports photography info
Pentax X90 Sports photography info
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
42
great zoom range (26-676mm 26.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports tracking focus
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Travel photography highlights
Pentax X90 Travel photography highlights
60
resolution is good (14MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (24mm)
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than average in class (216 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
51
has built in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
great reach (676mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
low megapixels (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-H20G
Landscape photography with Pentax X90
46
has manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
35
has manual focus
relatively wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inches)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Vlogging advice
Pentax X90 Vlogging advice
27
quite wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic support
heavier than average in class (216g)
23
relatively wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone socket
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Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax X90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H20G and Pentax X90
 Casio Exilim EX-H20GPentax X90
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Pentax
Model type Casio Exilim EX-H20G Pentax X90
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2010-09-20 2010-07-06
Physical type Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine HS Prime
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-240mm (10.0x) 26-676mm (26.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focusing distance 7cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 9.10 m
Flash settings Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction -
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 216g (0.48 lbs) 428g (0.94 lbs)
Dimensions 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3")
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 NP-90 D-L106
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $300 $350