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Nikon S70 vs Sony T900

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31
Nikon Coolpix S70 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
30
Overall
32

Nikon S70 vs Sony T900 Key Specs

Nikon S70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
  • Launched August 2009
Sony T900
(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
  • Launched February 2009
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Nikon S70 vs Sony T900 Overview

Lets look more in depth at the Nikon S70 versus Sony T900, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S70 was unveiled 6 months later than the T900 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S70 scores versus the T900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Sony T900

 S70 T900 

Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Nikon S70

 T900 S70 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Display resolution922k288kCrisper display (+634k dot)

Common features in the Nikon S70 and Sony T900

 S70 T900 
LaunchedAugust 2009February 2009Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3.5"3.5"Equal display size
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Nikon S70 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S70 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony T900 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S70 versus Sony T900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S70 and the T900.

Nikon S70 vs Sony T900 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S70 and T900 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S70 vs Sony T900 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S70 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S70 and T900.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Nikon S70 vs Sony T900 sensor size comparison

Nikon S70 vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S70 vs Sony T900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S70 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony T900 as a Portrait photography camera
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
27
has manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S70 Street photography details
Sony T900 Street photography details
55
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than competitors in class (160g)
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S70 Sports photography features
Sony T900 Sports photography features
34
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
24
image stabilization (Optical)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S70 Travel photography details
Sony T900 Travel photography details
56
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
more heavy than competitors in class (160g)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.9)
51
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse function
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S70 Landscape photography advice
Sony T900 Landscape photography advice
37
really wide (28mm)
big screen (3.5")
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
36
has manual focus
lovely big screen (3.5")
image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S70 Vlogging highlights
Sony T900 Vlogging highlights
30
really wide (28mm)
touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone socket
more heavy than competitors in class (160g)
28
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic socket
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Nikon S70 vs Sony T900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S70 and Sony T900
 Nikon Coolpix S70Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900
General Information
Company Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix S70 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2009-08-04 2009-02-17
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed -
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focus range 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3.5 inch 3.5 inch
Screen resolution 288k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 2 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/1000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 2.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 160 grams (0.35 lb) 143 grams (0.32 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at release $290 $300