Sony T90 vs Sony TF1

On this page, we will be analyzing the Sony T90 versus Sony TF1, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the T90 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The T90 was manufactured 5 years prior to the TF1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the T90 scores vs the TF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are provided at Sony T90 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony T90 features outer dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the T90 versus the TF1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the T90 and TF1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the T90 and TF1.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony TF1 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older T90 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.