Sony A450 vs Sony T900
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Sony A450 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 560g - 137 x 104 x 81mm
- Introduced January 2010
(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
- Revealed February 2009
Sony A450 vs Sony T900 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Sony A450 and Sony T900, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact and both are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the A450 (14MP) and the T900 (12MP) is very comparable but the A450 (APS-C) and T900 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A450 was introduced 11 months after the T900 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the A450 scores versus the T900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony A450 vs Sony T900 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A450 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A450 over the Sony T900
A450 | T900 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | February 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Sony A450
T900 | A450 | |||
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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 Sony A450 and Sony T900
A450 | T900 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Sony A450 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony A450 enjoys external measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) while the Sony T900 has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Sony A450 and Sony T900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the A450 vs the T900.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A450 and T900 is 65 and 96 respectively.
Sony A450 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A450 and T900.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The A450 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony A450 will provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The newer A450 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
Sony A450 vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A450 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Total lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Clear Photo Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
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 settings | Auto, Fill, Rear Sync, Slow Sync, Wireless/ High Speed Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 560 grams (1.23 pounds) | 143 grams (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 137 x 104 x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 66 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 769 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1050 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-FM500H | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $1,241 | $300 |