Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony H90
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Introduced September 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Launched February 2012

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony H90 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR1000 was brought out 7 months after the H90 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-ZR1000 scores versus the H90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony H90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Sony H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Sony H90
EX-ZR1000 | H90 | |||
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Launched | September 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 7 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Casio EX-ZR1000
H90 | EX-ZR1000 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony H90
EX-ZR1000 | H90 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 461k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR1000 has outside dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony H90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR1000 versus the H90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and H90 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The image below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR1000 and H90.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of files however you will need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer EX-ZR1000 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony H90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony H90 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-09-25 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
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 range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 | 255 gr (0.56 lb) | 222 gr (0.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 470 images | 290 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $572 | $230 |