Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax X90
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Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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 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
- Announced July 2010

Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax X90 Overview
Following is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax X90, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and X90 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-S5 was launched 18 months prior to the X90 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-S5 scores against the X90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax X90 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & Pentax X90. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S5 over the Pentax X90
EX-S5 | X90 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Casio EX-S5
X90 | EX-S5 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S5 and Pentax X90
EX-S5 | X90 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S5 offers exterior measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax X90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-S5 versus the X90.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and X90 is 97 and 69 respectively.

Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The pic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and X90.
All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Pentax X90 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax X90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Pentax X90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Pentax X90 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 9.10 m |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 100g (0.22 lb) | 428g (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 35 x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-80 | D-L106 |
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, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $130 | $350 |