Sony A200 vs Sony T900
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Sony A200 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
- Revealed July 2008
- Replacement is Sony A230
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Launched February 2009
Sony A200 vs Sony T900 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Sony A200 versus Sony T900, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Sony. The resolution of the A200 (10MP) and the T900 (12MP) is relatively similar but the A200 (APS-C) and T900 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe A200 was revealed 7 months earlier than the T900 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A200 scores versus the T900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A200 vs Sony T900 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A200 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Sony T900
A200 | T900 |
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Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Sony A200
T900 | A200 | |||
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Launched | February 2009 | July 2008 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony A200 and Sony T900
A200 | T900 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Sony A200 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony A200 has exterior measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") having a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs) whilst the Sony T900 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Sony A200 versus Sony T900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the A200 and the T900.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A200 and T900 is 66 and 96 respectively.
Sony A200 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A200 and T900.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A200 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony T900 will deliver more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older A200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Sony A200 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2008-07-17 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Number of lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 572 gr (1.26 pounds) | 143 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 521 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $100 | $300 |