Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax E90
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax E90 Key Specs
(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
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced January 2010

Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax E90 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Casio EX-Z90 and Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z90 was released 5 months earlier than the E90 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-Z90 scores against the E90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 & Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Pentax E90
EX-Z90 | E90 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Casio EX-Z90
E90 | EX-Z90 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Pentax E90
EX-Z90 | E90 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z90 enjoys physical dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z90 and Pentax E90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z90 compared to the E90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and E90 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z90 and E90.
As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Casio EX-Z90 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-18 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 6cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 lbs) | 145g (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 model | NP-60 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $100 |