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Nikon S4100 vs Sony T90

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35
Nikon Coolpix S4100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31

Nikon S4100 vs Sony T90 Key Specs

Nikon S4100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Launched February 2011
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
  • Announced February 2009
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Nikon S4100 vs Sony T90 Overview

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S4100 and Sony T90, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S4100 (14MP) and the T90 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S4100 was brought out 2 years after the T90 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the S4100 matches up against the T90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Sony T90

 S4100 T90 
AnnouncedFebruary 2011February 2009More modern by 25 months

Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Nikon S4100

 T90 S4100 
Manual focus Very precise focusing

Common features in the Nikon S4100 and Sony T90

 S4100 T90 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Nikon S4100 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4100 provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony T90 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S4100 against the T90.

Nikon S4100 vs Sony T90 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S4100 and T90 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S4100 vs Sony T90 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S4100 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The picture below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4100 and T90.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S4100 to show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer S4100 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S4100 vs Sony T90 sensor size comparison

Nikon S4100 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S4100 vs Sony T90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S4100 Portrait photography highlights
Sony T90 Portrait photography highlights
33
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
supports face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
27
manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S4100 Street photography advice
Sony T90 Street photography advice
64
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
boasts focus via touch
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
55
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than others in class (148g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S4100
Sports photography with Sony T90
37
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery (190 shots)
lacks phase detect auto focus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S4100 Travel photography advice
Sony T90 Travel photography advice
67
boasts focus via touch
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
terrible battery (190 CIPA)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
51
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than others in class (148 grams)
low resolution (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S4100 Landscape photography advice
Sony T90 Landscape photography advice
41
really wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
manual exposure not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
terrible battery (190 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
37
manual focus
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not available
low resolution (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S4100 Vlogging advice
Sony T90 Vlogging advice
33
really wide (26mm)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detection focus
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic socket
27
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic jack
heavier than others in class (148g)
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Nikon S4100 vs Sony T90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S4100 and Sony T90
 Nikon Coolpix S4100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix S4100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-02-09 2009-02-17
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by 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 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-6.5 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focusing range 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 1s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.50 m 2.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG 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 - 148 gr (0.33 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 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 life 190 photos -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL19 -
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC/SDXC Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail price $140 $259