Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax W60

Its time to look a little more closely at the Casio EX-Z90 versus Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was revealed 2 months after the W60 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX-Z90 matches up against the W60 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 & Pentax Optio W60. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z90 features physical measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Pentax W60 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z90 versus Pentax W60 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z90 and the W60.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z90 and W60 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z90 and W60.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Casio EX-Z90 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively.