Samsung SL720 vs Sony T900
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Samsung SL720 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Announced July 2009
- Alternate Name is PL70
(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
- Introduced February 2009

Samsung SL720 vs Sony T900 Overview
Below is a detailed assessment of the Samsung SL720 and Sony T900, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the SL720 (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SL720 was revealed 5 months later than the T900 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SL720 scores vs the T900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung SL720 vs Sony T900 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung SL720 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The full galleries are provided at Samsung SL720 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Sony T900
SL720 | T900 |
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Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Samsung SL720
T900 | SL720 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung SL720 and Sony T900
SL720 | T900 | |||
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Introduced | July 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Samsung SL720 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL720 comes with outer dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst 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).
Take a look at the Samsung SL720 and Sony T900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SL720 compared to the T900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL720 and T900 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Samsung SL720 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The visual underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SL720 and T900.
To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you should consider the production date of the cameras into account.

Samsung SL720 vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung SL720 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Samsung SL720 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung SL720 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Also Known as | PL70 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-07-14 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lb) | 143g (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" 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 | ||
Battery model | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $119 | $300 |