Samsung SL102 vs Sony T90
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Samsung SL102 vs Sony T90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Other Name is ES55
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Announced February 2009

Samsung SL102 vs Sony T90 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Samsung SL102 and Sony T90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the SL102 (10MP) and the T90 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SL102 was unveiled very close to the T90 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SL102 matches up versus the T90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung SL102 vs Sony T90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SL102 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The full galleries are provided at Samsung SL102 Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Sony T90
SL102 | T90 |
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Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Samsung SL102
T90 | SL102 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung SL102 and Sony T90
SL102 | T90 | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung SL102 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung SL102 offers external measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony T90 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Samsung SL102 and Sony T90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SL102 vs the T90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SL102 and T90 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Samsung SL102 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SL102 and T90.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony T90 to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively.

Samsung SL102 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung SL102 vs Sony T90 Specifications
Samsung SL102 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung SL102 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Otherwise known as | ES55 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 116 grams (0.26 pounds) | 148 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $130 | $259 |