Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax W90
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax W90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched August 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
- Introduced February 2010

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax W90 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Casio EX-Z33 versus Pentax W90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the W90 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z33 was released 5 months earlier than the W90 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-Z33 grades vs the W90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax W90 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Pentax Optio W90. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Pentax W90
EX-Z33 | W90 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Casio EX-Z33
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Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Pentax W90
EX-Z33 | W90 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2010 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax W90 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z33 features outside dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has sizing of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z33 versus Pentax W90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z33 versus the W90.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z33 and W90 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax W90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z33 and W90.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax W90 to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax W90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax W90 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Pentax Optio W90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Pentax Optio W90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2010-02-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 106 gr (0.23 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" 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 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $120 | $120 |