Sony QX10 vs Sony T90

Here is a extensive review of the Sony QX10 versus Sony T90, former being a Lens-style while the other is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the QX10 (18MP) and T90 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The QX10 was launched 4 years later than the T90 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the QX10 scores against the T90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The complete galleries are available at Sony QX10 Gallery & Sony T90 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony QX10 has got outside measurements of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Sony T90 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Sony QX10 versus Sony T90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the QX10 against the T90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the QX10 and T90 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the QX10 and T90.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony QX10 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The newer QX10 should have an edge in sensor innovation.