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Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
 
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS front
Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
42
Overall
38

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-2 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
  • Announced August 2009
Olympus TG-2 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
  • Revealed June 2013
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview

Here is a in depth review of the Casio EX-Z90 versus Olympus TG-2 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-Z90 was introduced 4 years prior to the TG-2 iHS and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-Z90 grades against the TG-2 iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS

 EX-Z90 TG-2 iHS 
Focus manually Dial exact focus

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Casio EX-Z90

 TG-2 iHS EX-Z90 
RevealedJune 2013August 2009Fresher by 47 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution610k230kClearer display (+380k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Olympus TG-2 iHS

 EX-Z90 TG-2 iHS 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither comes with Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z90 comes with exterior 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) and the Olympus TG-2 iHS has specifications of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z90 versus Olympus TG-2 iHS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z90 versus the TG-2 iHS.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z90 and TG-2 iHS is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z90 and TG-2 iHS.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older EX-Z90 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Portrait photography details
Olympus TG-2 iHS Portrait photography details
27
focusing manually
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
27
provides face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Street photography features
Olympus TG-2 iHS Street photography features
55
lighter than competition in class (121 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Sports photography factors
Olympus TG-2 iHS Sports photography factors
17
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
40
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides tracking autofocus
environment proofing
better than average battery (350 CIPA)
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z90
Travel photography with Olympus TG-2 iHS
56
lighter than competition in class (121 grams)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
68
better than average battery (350 CIPA)
environment proofing
built-in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
missing Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Landscape photography highlights
Olympus TG-2 iHS Landscape photography highlights
27
focusing manually
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
46
relatively wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
good sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
better than average battery (350 per charge)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z90
Vlogging with Olympus TG-2 iHS
25
lighter than competition in class (121 grams)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone socket
36
relatively wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detection autofocus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
display isn't selfie friendly
missing external microphone port
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z90 and Olympus TG-2 iHS
 Casio Exilim EX-Z90Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS
General Information
Make Casio Olympus
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z90 Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 2009-08-18 2013-06-28
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Digic 4 -
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 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 3968 x 2976
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focus distance 10cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dot 610k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech - OLED
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 121 gr (0.27 pounds) 230 gr (0.51 pounds)
Dimensions 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-60 Li-90B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal -
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $150 $380