Canon SX260 HS vs Sony T900
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Canon SX260 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
- 231g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX240 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX270 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
- Revealed February 2009

Canon SX260 HS vs Sony T900 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon SX260 HS vs Sony T900, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX260 HS was manufactured 3 years later than the T900 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX260 HS grades versus the T900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX260 HS vs Sony T900 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX260 HS over the Sony T900
SX260 HS | T900 | |||
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Revealed | June 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 41 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Canon SX260 HS
T900 | SX260 HS | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX260 HS and Sony T900
SX260 HS | T900 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon SX260 HS vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX260 HS provides exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony T900 has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX260 HS vs Sony T900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the T900.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and T900 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX260 HS vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and T900.
As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX260 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.

Canon SX260 HS vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX260 HS vs Sony T900 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2012-06-04 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3.5" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 231 gr (0.51 lb) | 143 gr (0.32 lb) |
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 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 life | 230 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $349 | $300 |