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Sony S980 vs Sony T90

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
26
Overall
30

Sony S980 vs Sony T90 Key Specs

Sony S980
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
  • 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
  • Announced February 2009
Sony T90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
  • Introduced February 2009
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Sony S980 vs Sony T90 Overview

Below is a detailed overview of the Sony S980 vs Sony T90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the S980 (12MP) and the T90 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S980 was launched within a month of the T90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony S980 being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S980 matches up vs the T90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Sony T90

 S980 T90 

Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Sony S980

 T90 S980 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Sony S980 and Sony T90

 S980 T90 
IntroducedFebruary 2009February 2009Same generation
Manually focus More accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Sony S980 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony S980 features outer dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony T90 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S980 and the T90.

Sony S980 vs Sony T90 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S980 and T90 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Sony S980 vs Sony T90 top view buttons comparison

Sony S980 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S980 and T90.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Sony S980 vs Sony T90 sensor size comparison

Sony S980 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony S980 vs Sony T90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sony S980
Portrait photography with Sony T90
27
you can focus manually
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
27
you can focus manually
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Sony S980 Street photography details
Sony T90 Street photography details
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
heavier than competition (148g)
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Sports Comparison

Sony S980 Sports photography advice
Sony T90 Sports photography advice
17
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max fps low (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Sony S980 Travel photography highlights
Sony T90 Travel photography highlights
51
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
50
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (148g)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony S980 Landscape photography factors
Sony T90 Landscape photography factors
27
you can focus manually
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
36
you can focus manually
nice screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony S980 Vlogging details
Sony T90 Vlogging details
22
wide angle not the best (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
27
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic jack
heavier than competition (148g)
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Sony S980 vs Sony T90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony S980 and Sony T90
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
General Information
Manufacturer Sony Sony
Model Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
Class Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Announced 2009-02-17 2009-02-17
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 33-132mm (4.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.2 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 2s 1s
Highest shutter speed 1/1600s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m 2.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 167 grams (0.37 lbs) 148 grams (0.33 lbs)
Dimensions 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $300 $259