Nikon D40X vs Sony T90

Here is a thorough overview of the Nikon D40X versus Sony T90, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the D40X (10MP) and the T90 (12MP) is pretty close but the D40X (APS-C) and T90 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The D40X was brought out 21 months before the T90 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D40X being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the D40X scores vs the T90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D40X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D40X Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon D40X provides exterior dimensions of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Sony T90 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Nikon D40X versus Sony T90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the D40X compared to the T90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D40X and T90 is 71 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the D40X and T90.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D40X featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony T90 will render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older D40X will be behind with regard to sensor technology.