Canon SX130 IS vs Sony T90

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX130 IS and Sony T90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the T90 (12MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was introduced 19 months later than the T90 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the SX130 IS grades vs the T90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery & Sony T90 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX130 IS provides physical measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sony T90 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX130 IS and Sony T90 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX130 IS and the T90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and T90 is 85 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX130 IS and T90.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The younger SX130 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.