Sony T90 vs Sony TX55

Below, we are evaluating the Sony T90 vs Sony TX55, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are sold by Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the T90 (12MP) and TX55 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The T90 was announced 3 years prior to the TX55 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the T90 matches up versus the TX55 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The whole galleries are provided at Sony T90 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony T90 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Sony T90 vs Sony TX55 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the T90 compared to the TX55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T90 and TX55 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The visual here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the T90 and TX55.

To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony TX55 to produce more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The older T90 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.