Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus XZ-10

Here is a extensive comparison of the Casio EX-Z90 and Olympus XZ-10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the XZ-10 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-Z90 grades versus the XZ-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 & Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery & Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z90 has got physical dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Olympus XZ-10 has measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z90 against the XZ-10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z90 and XZ-10 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The visual underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z90 and XZ-10.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of files however you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older EX-Z90 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.