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Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax E90

Portability
97
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 front
 
Pentax Optio E90 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
11
Overall
24

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z33
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
  • Introduced August 2009
Pentax E90
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
  • Announced January 2010
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax E90 Overview

Let's look more closely at the Casio EX-Z33 and Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the E90 (10MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-Z33 was launched 4 months before the E90 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-Z33 grades versus the E90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Pentax E90

 EX-Z33 E90 
Manually focus More exact focusing

Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Casio EX-Z33

 E90 EX-Z33 
Display sizing2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Pentax E90

 EX-Z33 E90 
AnnouncedAugust 2009January 2010Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z33 comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Pentax E90 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z33 and Pentax E90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z33 vs the E90.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax E90 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z33 and E90 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax E90 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z33 and E90.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax E90 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax E90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z33
Portrait photography with Pentax E90
26
you can focus manually
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
19
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
low resolution (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z33
Street photography with Pentax E90
55
lighter than others in class (106 grams)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
47
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 Sports photography highlights
Pentax E90 Sports photography highlights
16
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
16
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 as a Travel photography camera
Pentax E90 as a Travel photography camera
56
lighter than others in class (106 grams)
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
50
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
low resolution (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax E90 as a Landscape photography camera
27
you can focus manually
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
22
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z33
Vlogging with Pentax E90
25
lighter than others in class (106g)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
missing external mic jack
22
wide angle not great (32mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax E90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z33 and Pentax E90
 Casio Exilim EX-Z33Pentax Optio E90
General Information
Company Casio Pentax
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z33 Pentax Optio E90
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-08-31 2010-01-25
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - 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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 3
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 32-95mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focus range 10cm 6cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 2.80 m 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 106g (0.23 pounds) 145g (0.32 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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-82 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $120 $100