Nikon S4000 vs Sony T90

Let's look more closely at the Nikon S4000 and Sony T90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the T90 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was unveiled 12 months after the T90 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S4000 matches up versus the T90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S4000 Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4000 has got external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony T90 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Nikon S4000 and Sony T90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S4000 and the T90.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and T90 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The image here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S4000 and T90.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent S4000 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.