Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony H90
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Released February 2012

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony H90 Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and H90 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was released 7 months earlier than the H90 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-ZR100 grades against the H90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony H90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Sony H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Sony H90
EX-ZR100 | H90 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Casio EX-ZR100
H90 | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 7 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Sony H90
EX-ZR100 | H90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 461k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR100 features exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony H90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the H90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and H90 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and H90.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony H90 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony H90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony H90 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 40.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204g (0.45 lbs) | 222g (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 life | - | 290 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $230 |