Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus 9000

Here is a extended assessment of the Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus 9000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the 9000 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was brought out 4 months later than the 9000 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-Z90 grades versus the 9000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Olympus Stylus 9000. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z90 features outside measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Olympus 9000 has dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus 9000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z90 and the 9000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and 9000 is 96 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and 9000.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images however you should really take the release date of the cameras into account.