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Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax H90

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 front
 
Pentax Optio H90 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax H90 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z450
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
  • 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
  • Introduced August 2009
Pentax H90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2010
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax H90 Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z450 versus Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z450 was brought out 5 months before the H90 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z450 scores vs the H90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Pentax H90

 EX-Z450 H90 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Casio EX-Z450

 H90 EX-Z450 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Pentax H90

 EX-Z450 H90 
AnnouncedAugust 2009January 2010Similar generation
Focus manually Very exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z450 enjoys external dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax H90 has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z450 versus Pentax H90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z450 versus the H90.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax H90 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and H90 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax H90 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The graphic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z450 and H90.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of files however you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax H90 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax H90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Portrait photography features
Pentax H90 Portrait photography features
27
focusing manually
no manual control
no external flash support
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
27
manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Street photography information
Pentax H90 Street photography information
55
lighter than average (128g)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Sports photography advice
Pentax H90 Sports photography advice
17
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
31
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with tracking autofocus
max frames per second very slow (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Travel photography features
Pentax H90 Travel photography features
62
lighter than average (128 grams)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
57
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Landscape photography factors
Pentax H90 Landscape photography factors
36
focusing manually
really wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
36
manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax H90 as a Vlogging camera
28
really wide (28mm)
lighter than average (128g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone support
28
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic jack
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax H90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z450 and Pentax H90
 Casio Exilim EX-Z450Pentax Optio H90
General Information
Brand Casio Pentax
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z450 Pentax Optio H90
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-08-18 2010-01-25
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-5.8 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing distance 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/2 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 4.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 128 gr (0.28 lbs) 153 gr (0.34 lbs)
Physical dimensions 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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-40 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, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $229 $150