Olympus 8000 vs Sony T900
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Olympus 8000 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 182g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Released July 2009
- Alternate Name is mju Tough 8000
(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
- Released February 2009
Olympus 8000 vs Sony T900 Overview
Below is a complete overview of the Olympus 8000 vs Sony T900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 8000 was announced 5 months later than the T900 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 8000 being a Compact camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 8000 matches up versus the T900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus 8000 vs Sony T900 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 8000 over the Sony T900
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Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Olympus 8000
T900 | 8000 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display dimension | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus 8000 and Sony T900
8000 | T900 | |||
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Released | July 2009 | February 2009 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Olympus 8000 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 8000 offers exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony T900 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check out the Olympus 8000 vs Sony T900 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the 8000 against the T900.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and T900 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Olympus 8000 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 8000 and T900.
To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos but you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration.
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Olympus 8000 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Also Known as | mju Tough 8000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-07-01 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 gr (0.40 pounds) | 143 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $380 | $300 |