Sony H20 vs Sony T900

The following is a extensive analysis of the Sony H20 versus Sony T900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Sony. The image resolution of the H20 (10MP) and the T900 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The H20 was launched 3 months after the T900 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony H20 being a Compact camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the H20 scores against the T900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony H20 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony H20 features physical dimensions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony T900 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check out the Sony H20 versus Sony T900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the H20 and the T900.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the H20 and T900 is 87 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the H20 and T900.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony T900 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively.