Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX5
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX5 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
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2010

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX5 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Casio EX-Z90 versus Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z90 was manufactured 10 months before the WX5 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-Z90 grades versus the WX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Sony WX5
EX-Z90 | WX5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Casio EX-Z90
WX5 | EX-Z90 | |||
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Introduced | July 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 10 months |
Screen size | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Sony WX5
EX-Z90 | WX5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z90 features 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 Sony WX5 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z90 versus Sony WX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z90 versus the WX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and WX5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The picture here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z90 and WX5.
As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you might want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-Z90 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-18 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | Bionz |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) | 146 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $150 | $250 |