Sony A290 vs Sony T900
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Sony A290 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Old Model 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 A290 vs Sony T900 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Sony A290 vs Sony T900, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Sony. The resolution of the A290 (14MP) and the T900 (12MP) is relatively close but the A290 (APS-C) and T900 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe A290 was introduced 16 months later than the T900 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the A290 grades vs the T900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A290 vs Sony T900 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The whole galleries are provided at Sony A290 Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A290 over the Sony T900
A290 | T900 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 16 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Sony A290
T900 | A290 | |||
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Screen sizing | 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 A290 and Sony T900
A290 | T900 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Sony A290 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony A290 has physical dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony T900 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Sony A290 vs Sony T900 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the A290 compared to the T900.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A290 and T900 is 66 and 96 respectively.
Sony A290 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A290 and T900.
As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A290 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony A290 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer A290 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Sony A290 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-06-09 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Total lenses | 143 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 549g (1.21 pounds) | 143g (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 66 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 615 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-FH50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo, SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $600 | $300 |