Nikon A10 vs Sony T90
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Nikon A10 vs Sony T90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Revealed February 2009
Nikon A10 vs Sony T90 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon A10 and Sony T90, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the A10 (16MP) and T90 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A10 was unveiled 7 years later than the T90 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the A10 scores against the T90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon A10 vs Sony T90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon A10 Gallery & Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A10 over the Sony T90
A10 | T90 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | February 2009 | Fresher by 85 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Nikon A10
T90 | A10 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon A10 and Sony T90
A10 | T90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon A10 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon A10 has outer dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony T90 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Nikon A10 and Sony T90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the A10 and the T90.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A10 and T90 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon A10 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A10 and T90.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon A10 to produce greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent A10 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon A10 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon A10 vs Sony T90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2016-01-14 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.2 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m (at Auto ISO) | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lbs) | 148 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 200 images | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $90 | $259 |