Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh CX2
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93 Imaging
32 Features
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh CX2 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
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Introduced August 2009

Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh CX2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z90 was manufactured at a similar time to the CX2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z90 grades versus the CX2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 & Ricoh CX2. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Ricoh CX2
EX-Z90 | CX2 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Casio EX-Z90
CX2 | EX-Z90 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Ricoh CX2
EX-Z90 | CX2 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z90 provides external dimensions 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 Ricoh CX2 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh CX2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z90 and the CX2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and CX2 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z90 and CX2.
Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Casio EX-Z90 to show greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z90 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Ricoh |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Ricoh CX2 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-08-18 | 2009-08-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) | 185 gr (0.41 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $150 | $341 |