Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax W90
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Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 100g - 102 x 35 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
(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
- Released February 2010
Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax W90 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax W90, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and W90 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe EX-S5 was manufactured 13 months prior to the W90 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-S5 grades vs the W90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & Pentax Optio W90. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S5 over the Pentax W90
EX-S5 | W90 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Casio EX-S5
W90 | EX-S5 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | January 2009 | More recent by 13 months | |
Display resolution | 230k | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S5 and Pentax W90
EX-S5 | W90 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-S5 provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has specifications of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax W90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the EX-S5 and the W90.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S5 and W90 is 97 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S5 and W90.
To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Pentax W90 to result in more detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older EX-S5 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2010-02-24 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 100 gr (0.22 pounds) | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 35 x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-80 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $130 | $120 |