Nikon S02 vs Sony T900
97 Imaging
36 Features
28 Overall
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96 Imaging
34 Features
30 Overall
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Nikon S02 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 100g - 77 x 51 x 18mm
- Announced September 2013
(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 S02 vs Sony T900 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Nikon S02 vs Sony T900, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S02 (13MP) and the T900 (12MP) is fairly close but the S02 (1/3") and T900 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

The S02 was revealed 4 years later than the T900 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S02 grades against the T900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S02 vs Sony T900 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S02 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S02 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S02 over the Sony T900
S02 | T900 | |||
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Introduced | September 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 56 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Nikon S02
T900 | S02 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S02 and Sony T900
S02 | T900 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S02 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon S02 provides physical dimensions of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Sony T900 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S02 vs Sony T900 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S02 vs the T900.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S02 and T900 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S02 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S02 and T900.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S02 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Nikon S02 will result in greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent S02 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

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Nikon S02 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S02 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S02 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2013-09-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 1.40 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps); High-speed: 1920 x 1080 (15 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 100 grams (0.22 lbs) | 143 grams (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 77 x 51 x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 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 | 210 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Built-in | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | - | One |
Retail pricing | $177 | $300 |