Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax W90
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Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 201g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced February 2010

Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax W90 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Casio EX-H30 and Pentax W90, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and W90 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-H30 was manufactured 11 months after the W90 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-H30 grades versus the W90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Pentax W90
EX-H30 | W90 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 11 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Casio EX-H30
W90 | EX-H30 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Pentax W90
EX-H30 | W90 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H30 enjoys external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has dimensions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-H30 and Pentax W90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-H30 compared to the W90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and W90 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The pic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H30 and W90.
Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Casio EX-H30 to resolve more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent EX-H30 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 201g (0.44 lbs) | 164g (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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-130 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $709 | $120 |