Canon A480 vs Sony T90

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon A480 versus Sony T90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A480 (10MP) and the T90 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A480 was launched very close to the T90 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the A480 scores against the T90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A480 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The complete galleries are available at Canon A480 Gallery & Sony T90 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A480 comes with outer measurements of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony T90 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the A480 against the T90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A480 and T90 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A480 and T90.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony T90 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively.