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Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony G3

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony G3 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
  • Announced August 2009
Sony G3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony G3 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was revealed 8 months after the G3 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-Z90 scores versus the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Sony G3

 EX-Z90 G3 
ReleasedAugust 2009January 2009Newer by 8 months

Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Casio EX-Z90

 G3 EX-Z90 
Display dimensions3.5"2.7"Larger display (+0.8")
Display resolution921k230kClearer display (+691k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Sony G3

 EX-Z90 G3 
Manual focus More precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z90 features outer dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony G3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z90 and the G3.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony G3 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z90 and G3 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony G3 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z90 and G3.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Casio EX-Z90 to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern EX-Z90 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony G3 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony G3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Portrait photography advice
Sony G3 Portrait photography advice
27
manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
26
has manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
MP count low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Street photography info
Sony G3 Street photography info
55
lighter than competitors (121g)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Sports photography highlights
Sony G3 Sports photography highlights
17
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
23
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Travel photography information
Sony G3 Travel photography information
56
lighter than competitors (121 grams)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
50
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse recording
MP count low (10 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z90
Landscape photography with Sony G3
27
manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
36
has manual focus
very good size screen (3.5")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z90
Vlogging with Sony G3
25
lighter than competitors (121 grams)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic jack
27
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
missing mic jack
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony G3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z90 and Sony G3
 Casio Exilim EX-Z90Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
General Information
Brand Name Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z90 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-08-18 2009-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 3.5"
Display resolution 230k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 1 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 4.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 121g (0.27 lb) 185g (0.41 lb)
Physical dimensions 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-60 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $150 $200