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Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
 
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS front
Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
40
Overall
37

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Key Specs

Casio EX-Z90
(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
  • Launched August 2009
Olympus TG-1 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
  • Introduced May 2012
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview

The following is a thorough analysis of the Casio EX-Z90 and Olympus TG-1 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was brought out 3 years before the TG-1 iHS which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-Z90 scores vs the TG-1 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS

 EX-Z90 TG-1 iHS 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Casio EX-Z90

 TG-1 iHS EX-Z90 
IntroducedMay 2012August 2009Newer by 33 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution610k230kSharper screen (+380k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Olympus TG-1 iHS

 EX-Z90 TG-1 iHS 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z90 enjoys physical 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 TG-1 iHS has proportions of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-Z90 and Olympus TG-1 iHS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z90 and the TG-1 iHS.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z90 and TG-1 iHS is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The image here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and TG-1 iHS.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images however you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-Z90 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus TG-1 iHS as a Portrait photography camera
27
has manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
27
features face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Street photography highlights
Olympus TG-1 iHS Street photography highlights
55
lighter than average in class (121 grams)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Sports photography factors
Olympus TG-1 iHS Sports photography factors
17
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features tracking focus
weather proof
good battery pack (350 CIPA)
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z90
Travel photography with Olympus TG-1 iHS
56
lighter than average in class (121g)
built-in flash
no Time Lapse function
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
68
good battery pack (350 shots)
weather proof
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
does not have Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Landscape photography information
Olympus TG-1 iHS Landscape photography information
28
has manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual control
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
no Time Lapse function
46
decently wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
nice screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
good battery pack (350 per charge)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Vlogging details
Olympus TG-1 iHS Vlogging details
25
lighter than average in class (121 grams)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic port
36
decently wide (25mm)
good maximum aperture (f2.0)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z90 and Olympus TG-1 iHS
 Casio Exilim EX-Z90Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Olympus
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z90 Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-08-18 2012-05-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic 4 TruePic VI
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 3968 x 2976
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 610k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
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 - 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.00 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 121 gr (0.27 pounds) 230 gr (0.51 pounds)
Physical dimensions 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 350 shots
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-60 LI90B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 and 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal -
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $150 $399