Nikon S3000 vs Sony T90
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Nikon S3000 vs Sony T90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 116g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Announced February 2010
(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
- Announced February 2009
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Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon S3000 vs Sony T90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the T90 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S3000 was revealed 12 months after the T90 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the S3000 matches up against the T90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the Sony T90
| S3000 | T90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2010 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Nikon S3000
| T90 | S3000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3000 and Sony T90
| S3000 | T90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S3000 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3000 has outer measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony T90 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S3000 against the T90.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3000 and T90 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S3000 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S3000 and T90.
As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher S3000 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S3000 vs Sony T90 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
| Macro focusing range | 8cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | 116 grams (0.26 lb) | 148 grams (0.33 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 ID | EN-EL10 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $150 | $259 |