Nikon L31 vs Sony T900
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Nikon L31 vs Sony T900 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
- Launched January 2015
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Introduced February 2009
Nikon L31 vs Sony T900 Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Nikon L31 versus Sony T900, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the L31 (16MP) and T900 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe L31 was launched 5 years later than the T900 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the L31 scores vs the T900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L31 vs Sony T900 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L31 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L31 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Sony T900
L31 | T900 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | February 2009 | Fresher by 72 months | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Nikon L31
T900 | L31 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L31 and Sony T900
L31 | T900 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display |
Nikon L31 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L31 has got outer measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony T900 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L31 versus Sony T900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the L31 compared to the T900.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L31 and T900 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon L31 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L31 and T900.
As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon L31 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent L31 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon L31 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L31 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L31 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lb) | 143 gr (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 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 | 200 photographs | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $0 | $300 |