Casio EX-Z400 vs Pentax X90

On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z400 versus Pentax X90, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z400 was revealed 18 months prior to the X90 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z400 matches up against the X90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 & Pentax X90. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z400 features physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax X90 has sizing of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z400 against the X90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z400 and X90 is 95 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z400 and X90.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older EX-Z400 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.