Sony T90 vs Sony TX7

Below, we will be comparing the Sony T90 versus Sony TX7, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the T90 (12MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the T90 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The T90 was brought out 10 months prior to the TX7 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the T90 grades against the TX7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony T90 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Sony T90 has got physical measurements 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 TX7 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the T90 and the TX7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the T90 and TX7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The graphic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the T90 and TX7.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The T90 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony T90 will resolve greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older T90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.