Nikon S80 vs Sony T900
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Nikon S80 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 133g - 99 x 63 x 17mm
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Revealed February 2009
Nikon S80 vs Sony T900 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Nikon S80 vs Sony T900, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S80 (14MP) and the T900 (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S80 was manufactured 19 months later than the T900 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S80 matches up against the T900 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S80 vs Sony T900 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S80 Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S80 over the Sony T900
S80 | T900 | |||
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Revealed | September 2010 | February 2009 | More recent by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Nikon S80
T900 | S80 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 819k | Clearer screen (+103k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S80 and Sony T900
S80 | T900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3.5" | 3.5" | Identical screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S80 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S80 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony T900 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
See the Nikon S80 vs Sony T900 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S80 compared to the T900.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S80 and T900 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S80 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S80 and T900.
Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon S80 to render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher S80 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S80 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-09-08 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | 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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.6-4.8 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 819k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | OLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.3 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 | H.264 | 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 pounds) | 143g (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 63 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 | 150 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $191 | $300 |