Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-3
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 121g - 90 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 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
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Launched March 2014
- New Model is Olympus TG-4

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-3 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z90 and Olympus TG-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and TG-3 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z90 was released 5 years before the TG-3 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-Z90 grades vs the TG-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Olympus TG-3
EX-Z90 | TG-3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Casio EX-Z90
TG-3 | EX-Z90 | |||
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Launched | March 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 56 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Olympus TG-3
EX-Z90 | TG-3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z90 offers exterior measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Olympus TG-3 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z90 and Olympus TG-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z90 against the TG-3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and TG-3 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z90 and TG-3.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-3 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z90 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Olympus Tough TG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-08-18 | 2014-03-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | 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 | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
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 lb) | 247 gr (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (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 | - | 330 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-60 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $150 | $350 |