Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus XZ-1

Lets take a deeper look at the Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the XZ-1 (10MP) is very comparable but the EX-Z90 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") possess totally different sensor size.

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The EX-Z90 was revealed 17 months earlier than the XZ-1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-Z90 matches up against the XZ-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Olympus XZ-1. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z90 provides exterior measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-1 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z90 vs Olympus XZ-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z90 and the XZ-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and XZ-1 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and XZ-1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z90 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Casio EX-Z90 will provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z90 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.