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Nikon S2900 vs Sony T90

Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
32
Overall
40
Nikon Coolpix S2900 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31

Nikon S2900 vs Sony T90 Key Specs

Nikon S2900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2015
Sony T90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
  • Released February 2009
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Nikon S2900 vs Sony T90 Overview

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Nikon S2900 vs Sony T90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the S2900 (20MP) and T90 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S2900 was released 5 years later than the T90 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S2900 matches up versus the T90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Sony T90

 S2900 T90 
ReleasedJanuary 2015February 2009More recent by 72 months

Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Nikon S2900

 T90 S2900 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon S2900 and Sony T90

 S2900 T90 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Nikon S2900 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S2900 has exterior dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 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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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S2900 versus the T90.

Nikon S2900 vs Sony T90 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S2900 and T90 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S2900 vs Sony T90 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S2900 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its hard to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2900 and T90.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S2900 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer S2900 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S2900 vs Sony T90 sensor size comparison

Nikon S2900 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S2900 vs Sony T90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S2900
Portrait photography with Sony T90
39
megapixel count decent (20MP)
includes face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
27
has manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S2900 as a Street photography camera
Sony T90 as a Street photography camera
59
has image stabilization (Digital)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than competition in class (148 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S2900 as a Sports photography camera
Sony T90 as a Sports photography camera
51
has image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
better than average battery (250 CIPA)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max fps very slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S2900 Travel photography details
Sony T90 Travel photography details
70
better than average battery (250 CIPA)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
51
built-in flash
no Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (148g)
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S2900 Landscape photography features
Sony T90 Landscape photography features
44
pretty wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
better than average battery (250 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse function
37
has manual focus
decent sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S2900 Vlogging info
Sony T90 Vlogging info
32
pretty wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detect focusing
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic support
27
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic port
heavier than competition in class (148g)
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Nikon S2900 vs Sony T90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S2900 and Sony T90
 Nikon Coolpix S2900Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix S2900 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2015-01-14 2009-02-17
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 5152 x 3864 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.2-6.5 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focusing range 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 1s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 2.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings - 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
Supported 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
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In 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 119 gr (0.26 pounds) 148 gr (0.33 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") 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 250 images -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL19 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $117 $259