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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax X90

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Pentax X90 front
Portability
69
Imaging
35
Features
34
Overall
34

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2011
Pentax X90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
  • Revealed July 2010
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax X90 Overview

Below is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax X90, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the X90 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS10 was manufactured 7 months later than the X90 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the EX-ZS10 grades against the X90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Pentax X90

 EX-ZS10 X90 
RevealedJanuary 2011July 2010More recent by 7 months

Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Casio EX-ZS10

 X90 EX-ZS10 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing
Display dimensions2.7""Larger display (+2.7")
Display resolution230k0kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Pentax X90

 EX-ZS10 X90 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS10 features exterior dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Pentax X90 has sizing of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax X90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZS10 vs the X90.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax X90 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS10 and X90 is 99 and 69 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax X90 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS10 and X90.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZS10 to show more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-ZS10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax X90 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax X90 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax X90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Portrait photography with Pentax X90
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
29
focusing manually
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Street photography with Pentax X90
49
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
maximum ISO low (0)
45
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Sports photography with Pentax X90
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sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
42
incredible zoom range (26-676mm 26.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes tracking autofocus
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Travel photography with Pentax X90
71
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has built in flash
good max aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
51
has built in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
great zoom (676mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Landscape photography highlights
Pentax X90 Landscape photography highlights
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good max aperture (f)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
screen is somewhat small ( inches)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
35
focusing manually
relatively wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Vlogging highlights
Pentax X90 Vlogging highlights
27
good max aperture (f)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic jack
23
relatively wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic port
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Pentax X90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Pentax X90
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Pentax X90
General Information
Brand Name Casio Pentax
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Pentax X90
Category Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2011-01-05 2010-07-06
Body design Ultracompact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Powered by - Prime
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO - 6400
Min native ISO - 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 26-676mm (26.0x)
Largest aperture - f/2.8-5.0
Macro focus distance - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal - 2.7"
Display resolution 0 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Features
Minimum shutter speed - 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed - 1/4000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 9.10 m
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 428g (0.94 lb)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3")
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 - D-L106
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $120 $350