Nikon A10 vs Sony T90

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.