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Samsung ST90 vs Sony T90

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Samsung ST90 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31

Samsung ST90 vs Sony T90 Key Specs

Samsung ST90
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Launched January 2011
Sony T90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
  • Introduced February 2009
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Samsung ST90 vs Sony T90 Overview

In this article, we are matching up the Samsung ST90 versus Sony T90, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ST90 (14MP) and the T90 (12MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ST90 was revealed 24 months later than the T90 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the ST90 matches up versus the T90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Sony T90

 ST90 T90 
IntroducedJanuary 2011February 2009More recent by 24 months
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Samsung ST90

 T90 ST90 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Samsung ST90 and Sony T90

 ST90 T90 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display dimensions
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Samsung ST90 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Samsung ST90 offers exterior dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony T90 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the ST90 and the T90.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony T90 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ST90 and T90 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony T90 top view buttons comparison

Samsung ST90 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST90 and T90.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung ST90 to produce more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent ST90 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung ST90 vs Sony T90 sensor size comparison

Samsung ST90 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung ST90 vs Sony T90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung ST90 Portrait photography highlights
Sony T90 Portrait photography highlights
28
good resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
27
focusing manually
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung ST90 Street photography features
Sony T90 Street photography features
49
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low max ISO (0)
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
heavier than average (148 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung ST90 as a Sports photography camera
Sony T90 as a Sports photography camera
26
good resolution (14MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung ST90 Travel photography highlights
Sony T90 Travel photography highlights
71
good resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
fast max aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
51
flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (148 grams)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung ST90 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony T90 as a Landscape photography camera
37
fast max aperture (f)
nice screen size (3 inches)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual control
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
no RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
37
focusing manually
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not available
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung ST90 Vlogging details
Sony T90 Vlogging details
27
fast max aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone socket
27
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic jack
heavier than average (148g)
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Samsung ST90 vs Sony T90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung ST90 and Sony T90
 Samsung ST90Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
General Information
Brand Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung ST90 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-01-19 2009-02-17
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.5-10.0
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 1 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 2.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 148 grams (0.33 lbs)
Dimensions 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") 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 (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $150 $259