Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX70
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX70 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
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 114g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX70 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-Z90 versus Sony WX70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and WX70 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z90 was brought out 3 years prior to the WX70 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-Z90 scores against the WX70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Sony WX70
EX-Z90 | WX70 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX70 over the Casio EX-Z90
WX70 | EX-Z90 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 29 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Sony WX70
EX-Z90 | WX70 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z90 provides exterior 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 Sony WX70 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-Z90 versus Sony WX70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z90 versus the WX70.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and WX70 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX70 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The image below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z90 and WX70.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony WX70 to produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z90 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX70 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony WX70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-18 | 2012-01-30 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 grams (0.27 lbs) | 114 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 | - | 240 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-60 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $150 | $242 |