Sony T110 vs Sony A55

In this article, we will be looking at the Sony T110 versus Sony A55, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are offered by Sony. The image resolution of the T110 (16MP) and the A55 (16MP) is pretty close but the T110 (1/2.3") and A55 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The T110 was introduced 5 months later than the A55 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony T110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the T110 grades against the A55 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T110 & Sony SLT-A55. The whole galleries are available at Sony T110 Gallery & Sony A55 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony T110 has physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony A55 has dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony T110 versus Sony A55 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the T110 vs the A55.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the T110 and A55 is 96 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the T110 and A55.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The T110 has the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF harder.