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Sigma DP2x vs Sony T90

Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39
Sigma DP2x front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
26
Overall
30

Sigma DP2x vs Sony T90 Key Specs

Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Announced February 2011
  • Older Model is Sigma DP2s
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
  • Revealed February 2009
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony T90 Overview

Below, we are comparing the Sigma DP2x vs Sony T90, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and T90 (12MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and T90 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP2x was launched 2 years after the T90 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the DP2x scores versus the T90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Sony T90

 DP2x T90 
RevealedFebruary 2011February 2009Newer by 25 months

Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Sigma DP2x

 T90 DP2x 
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Sigma DP2x and Sony T90

 DP2x T90 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Sigma DP2x vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2x features physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony T90 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the DP2x versus the T90.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony T90 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and T90 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony T90 top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP2x vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2x and T90.

Clearly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The DP2x featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony T90 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern DP2x will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony T90 sensor size comparison

Sigma DP2x vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP2x vs Sony T90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP2x Portrait photography details
Sony T90 Portrait photography details
57
has manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
low resolution (5MP)
27
focusing manually
no manual control
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Sigma DP2x
Street photography with Sony T90
68
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than competitors (280g)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than others (148 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sigma DP2x Sports photography information
Sony T90 Sports photography information
30
sensor size is good (APS-C)
fixed focal length (41mm)
max frames per second very slow (3.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (5 megapixels)
no phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Sigma DP2x as a Travel photography camera
Sony T90 as a Travel photography camera
67
lighter than competitors (280g)
built-in flash
very good max aperture (f)
low resolution (5 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
50
has built in flash
missing Timelapse mode
more heavy than others (148 grams)
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Sigma DP2x
Landscape photography with Sony T90
48
has manual focus
very good max aperture (f)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (41mm)
small screen (2.5")
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (5MP)
36
focusing manually
decent sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Sigma DP2x
Vlogging with Sony T90
28
very good max aperture (f)
lighter than competitors (280g)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (320 x 240 pxls)
lack of mic port
27
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone port
more heavy than others (148g)
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony T90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP2x and Sony T90
 Sigma DP2xSony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
General Information
Manufacturer Sigma Sony
Model type Sigma DP2x Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
Category Large Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Announced 2011-02-08 2009-02-17
Body design Large Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip True II -
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 20.7 x 13.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 285.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 2640 x 1760 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 41mm (1x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.5-10.0
Focal length multiplier 1.7 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15s 1s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 3.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.30 m 2.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro 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 320 x 240 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 320x240 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 280g (0.62 lb) 148g (0.33 lb)
Dimensions 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") 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) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $699 $259