Casio EX-Z90 vs Fujifilm XP30
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Fujifilm XP30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 121g - 90 x 52 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
- Released August 2011
- Succeeded the FujiFilm XP10
- Refreshed by Fujifilm XP50

Casio EX-Z90 vs Fujifilm XP30 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z90 versus Fujifilm XP30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z90 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the Fujifilm XP30 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-Z90 matches up against the Fujifilm XP30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Fujifilm XP30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 & Fujifilm FinePix XP30. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery & Fujifilm XP30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Fujifilm XP30
EX-Z90 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Casio EX-Z90
Fujifilm XP30 | EX-Z90 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 24 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Fujifilm XP30
EX-Z90 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Fujifilm XP30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z90 features external dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Fujifilm XP30 has dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z90 versus Fujifilm XP30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z90 and the Fujifilm XP30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and Fujifilm XP30 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Fujifilm XP30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The picture here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z90 and Fujifilm XP30.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Fujifilm XP30 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z90 will be behind in sensor technology.

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Casio EX-Z90 vs Fujifilm XP30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-08-18 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.9-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 9cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 grams (0.27 pounds) | 165 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") |
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 life | - | 200 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-60 | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $150 | $240 |