Olympus VH-410 vs Sony T900
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Olympus VH-410 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched August 2012
(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
- Announced February 2009
Olympus VH-410 vs Sony T900 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Olympus VH-410 and Sony T900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the VH-410 (16MP) and T900 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe VH-410 was unveiled 3 years after the T900 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VH-410 being a Compact camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the VH-410 grades versus the T900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus VH-410 vs Sony T900 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-410 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-410 over the Sony T900
VH-410 | T900 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | February 2009 | More modern by 43 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Olympus VH-410
T900 | VH-410 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VH-410 and Sony T900
VH-410 | T900 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Olympus VH-410 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus VH-410 has physical dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony T900 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Olympus VH-410 and Sony T900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the VH-410 against the T900.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the VH-410 and T900 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Olympus VH-410 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the VH-410 and T900.
As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus VH-410 to produce extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The newer VH-410 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Olympus VH-410 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Olympus VH-410 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus VH-410 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2012-08-21 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.5" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 152 grams (0.34 lbs) | 143 grams (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" 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 | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $186 | $300 |