Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
EX-Z90 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Casio EX-Z90
Galaxy Camera 2 | EX-Z90 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 53 months |
Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+807k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
EX-Z90 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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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 |