Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ10
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ10 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" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Launched January 2015

Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z90 and Panasonic SZ10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and SZ10 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z90 was announced 6 years earlier than the SZ10 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-Z90 scores versus the SZ10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Panasonic SZ10
EX-Z90 | SZ10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Casio EX-Z90
SZ10 | EX-Z90 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 65 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Panasonic SZ10
EX-Z90 | SZ10 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z90 features outside 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 Panasonic SZ10 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z90 and Panasonic SZ10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z90 and the SZ10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z90 and SZ10 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The pic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and SZ10.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic SZ10 to give more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z90 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-08-18 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.4 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lb) | 177 gr (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-60 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $150 | $200 |