Casio EX-S12 vs Pentax X90

The following is a detailed overview of the Casio EX-S12 vs Pentax X90, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S12 was announced 18 months prior to the X90 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-S12 matches up vs the X90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Pentax X90. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S12 comes with physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has proportions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-S12 and the X90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and X90 is 96 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The picture underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and X90.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-S12 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.