Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS10
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS10 Key Specs
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- 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
- Introduced August 2009
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Launched January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-Z90 was brought out 17 months before the ZS10 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-Z90 matches up vs the ZS10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Panasonic ZS10
EX-Z90 | ZS10 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Casio EX-Z90
ZS10 | EX-Z90 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | August 2009 | Newer by 17 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Panasonic ZS10
EX-Z90 | ZS10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z90 comes with outside dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z90 vs the ZS10.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z90 and ZS10 is 96 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z90 and ZS10.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS10 to give you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z90 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-08-18 | 2011-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 | 121g (0.27 lb) | 219g (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 260 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 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 |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $150 | $350 |