Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax X-5

Here, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax X-5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and X-5 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was unveiled 4 years before the X-5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z90 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-Z90 scores vs the X-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Pentax X-5. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z90 features physical measurements 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 X-5 has specifications of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z90 vs Pentax X-5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z90 vs the X-5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z90 and X-5 is 96 and 65 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and X-5.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Pentax X-5 to produce greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z90 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.