Canon SX240 HS vs Sony T900
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Canon SX240 HS vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 224g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Replaced the Canon SX230 HS
- Successor is Canon SX260 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Launched February 2009

Canon SX240 HS vs Sony T900 Overview
Following is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX240 HS and Sony T900, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX240 HS was manufactured 3 years after the T900 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX240 HS matches up against the T900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX240 HS vs Sony T900 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX240 HS over the Sony T900
SX240 HS | T900 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 37 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Canon SX240 HS
T900 | SX240 HS | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX240 HS and Sony T900
SX240 HS | T900 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon SX240 HS vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony T900 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX240 HS and Sony T900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX240 HS vs the T900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and T900 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX240 HS vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and T900.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you really should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger SX240 HS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

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Canon SX240 HS vs Sony T900 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | - |
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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | 224 grams (0.49 pounds) | 143 grams (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
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 | 230 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $0 | $300 |