Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony T900

Below is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony T900, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was released 2 years later than the T900 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 3D1 grades versus the T900 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 enjoys outer measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony T900 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the 3D1 versus the T900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and T900 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and T900.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer 3D1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.