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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony T90

Portability
61
Imaging
77
Features
89
Overall
81
Nikon Z6 Mark II front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
26
Overall
30

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony T90 Key Specs

Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
  • Launched October 2020
  • Succeeded the Nikon Z6
Sony T90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
  • Introduced February 2009
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony T90 Overview

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony T90, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and T90 (12MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and T90 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The Z6 II was announced 11 years later than the T90 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Z6 II matches up against the T90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Sony T90

 Z6 II T90 
IntroducedOctober 2020February 2009Fresher by 142 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k230kCrisper display (+1870k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Nikon Z6 II

 T90 Z6 II 

Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Sony T90

 Z6 II T90 
Manual focus More precise focus
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II provides external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Sony T90 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Z6 II vs the T90.

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony T90 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and T90 is 61 and 96 respectively.

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony T90 top view buttons comparison

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The visual here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 II and T90.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will offer more detail with its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern Z6 II should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony T90 sensor size comparison

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony T90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon Z6 II
Portrait photography with Sony T90
86
has manual focus
megapixel count fantastic (25 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
features face detect focusing
saves RAW files
27
has manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon Z6 II as a Street photography camera
Sony T90 as a Street photography camera
78
has a tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
has touch focus
environment proof
above average ISO range (51,200)
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
more heavy than competition in class (148 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon Z6 II as a Sports photography camera
Sony T90 as a Sports photography camera
82
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count fantastic (25MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
features tracking focus
environment proof
has phase detect AF
terrible battery (410 shots)
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon Z6 II as a Travel photography camera
Sony T90 as a Travel photography camera
66
environment proof
supports bluetooth
has touch focus
megapixel count fantastic (25MP)
terrible battery (410 per charge)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
50
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (148g)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon Z6 II Landscape photography info
Sony T90 Landscape photography info
82
has manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
screen is a good size (3.2")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count fantastic (25 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
above average ISO range (51,200)
saves RAW files
environment proof
two card slots
terrible battery (410 CIPA)
36
has manual focus
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon Z6 II as a Vlogging camera
Sony T90 as a Vlogging camera
36
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detect focusing
good video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has microphone socket
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
27
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone support
more heavy than competition in class (148 grams)
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony T90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z6 II and Sony T90
 Nikon Z6 Mark IISony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
General Information
Brand Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Z6 Mark II Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
Class Pro Mirrorless Ultracompact
Launched 2020-10-14 2009-02-17
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 35.9 x 23.9mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 858.0mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 25 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6048 x 4024 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 51200 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 204800 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Min enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 273 9
Lens
Lens mount type Nikon Z fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 35-140mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.5-10.0
Total lenses 15 -
Focal length multiplier 1 5.8
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.2 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 2,100 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 1 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 14.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 2.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/200 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 705 gr (1.55 lbs) 148 gr (0.33 lbs)
Dimensions 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") 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 410 photographs -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage CFexpress Type B / XQD Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots Dual 1
Price at release $1,997 $259