Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax W80
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax W80 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
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Announced June 2009

Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax W80 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z90 was brought out 2 months later than the W80 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-Z90 grades versus the W80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Pentax Optio W80. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Pentax W80
EX-Z90 | W80 | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Casio EX-Z90
W80 | EX-Z90 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Pentax W80
EX-Z90 | W80 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | ![]() | June 2009 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z90 offers outside measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax W80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z90 versus the W80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and W80 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and W80.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos however you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration.

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Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-18 | 2009-06-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 lbs) | 156g (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 model | NP-60 | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $150 | $250 |