Casio EX-Z90 vs Samsung ST90

Below, we will be matching up the Casio EX-Z90 and Samsung ST90, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was launched 17 months prior to the ST90 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z90 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-Z90 matches up vs the ST90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 & Samsung ST90. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z90 features outer measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung ST90 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z90 compared to the ST90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z90 and ST90 is 96 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and ST90.

Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Samsung ST90 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z90 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.