Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax X90
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Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 201g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Released July 2010
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Here is a in depth review of the Casio EX-H30 versus Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and X90 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-H30 was launched 7 months later than the X90 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-H30 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-H30 matches up vs the X90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Pentax X90
| EX-H30 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2011 |  | July 2010 | Fresher by 7 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Casio EX-H30
| X90 | EX-H30 |
|---|
Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Pentax X90
| EX-H30 | X90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H30 comes with exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Pentax X90 has measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-H30 against the X90.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and X90 is 92 and 69 respectively.
Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The visual here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H30 and X90.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Casio EX-H30 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher EX-H30 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Pentax X90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Casio | Pentax |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Pentax X90 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 9.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 format | - | 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 | 201g (0.44 lb) | 428g (0.94 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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-130 | D-L106 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $709 | $350 |