Sony A700 vs Sony T900

Below is a in depth comparison of the Sony A700 versus Sony T900, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A700 (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the A700 (APS-C) and T900 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The A700 was introduced 14 months earlier than the T900 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A700 matches up vs the T900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The whole galleries are provided at Sony A700 Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony A700 has exterior dimensions of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs) while the Sony T900 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the A700 versus the T900.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A700 and T900 is 58 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The visual underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A700 and T900.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The A700 features the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The older A700 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.