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Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z90
(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
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2014
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was brought out 5 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-Z90 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 EX-Z90 Galaxy Camera 2 

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Casio EX-Z90

 Galaxy Camera 2 EX-Z90 
RevealedJanuary 2014August 2009More modern by 53 months
Display size4.8"2.7"Larger display (+2.1")
Display resolution1037k230kClearer display (+807k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 EX-Z90 Galaxy Camera 2 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z90 has got outer dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z90 against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z90 and Galaxy Camera 2.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to produce more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z90 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 as a Portrait photography camera
27
has manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
44
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect focusing
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Street photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than average (121 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes touch to focus
lighter than competition in class (283g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Sports photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sports photography information
17
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
48
incredible zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
great battery life (400 shots)
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Travel photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Travel photography information
56
lighter than average (121 grams)
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
low MP (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
73
great battery life (400 shots)
lighter than competition in class (283 grams)
supports bluetooth
includes touch to focus
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (23mm)
long zoom (483mm)
missing Timelapse mode
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Landscape photography info
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Landscape photography info
27
has manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
52
manual focus
decently wide (23mm)
very good size screen (4.8")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
great battery life (400 shots)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Vlogging features
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Vlogging features
25
lighter than average (121 grams)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic support
37
decently wide (23mm)
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has microphone support
lighter than competition in class (283 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly display
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z90 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
 Casio Exilim EX-Z90Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
General Information
Brand Casio Samsung
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z90 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2009-08-18 2014-01-02
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic 4 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focus range 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 4.8"
Resolution of display 230k dots 1,037k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 16s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate - 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.00 m 3.80 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 121 grams (0.27 lb) 283 grams (0.62 lb)
Physical dimensions 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7")
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 life - 400 images
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-60 Built-in
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Card slots One One
Price at release $150 $400