Casio EX-S12 vs Pentax E90

In this write-up, we are matching up the Casio EX-S12 and Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was brought out 12 months prior to the E90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-S12 grades against the E90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Pentax Optio E90. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S12 enjoys outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-S12 and Pentax E90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-S12 vs the E90.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and E90 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S12 and E90.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Casio EX-S12 to give more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.