Sony HX200V vs Sony T900

On this page, we are contrasting the Sony HX200V vs Sony T900, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the HX200V (18MP) and T900 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX200V was brought out 3 years after the T900 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the HX200V grades versus the T900 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are provided at Sony HX200V Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Sony HX200V features physical measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs) and the Sony T900 has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX200V vs Sony T900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the HX200V against the T900.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX200V and T900 is 66 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX200V and T900.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX200V to give you greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent HX200V will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.