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Sony T90 vs Sony W510

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
26
Overall
30
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Sony T90 vs Sony W510 Key Specs

Sony T90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
  • Released February 2009
Sony W510
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2011
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Sony T90 vs Sony W510 Overview

Here, we are contrasting the Sony T90 and Sony W510, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the T90 (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The T90 was introduced 22 months earlier than the W510 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the T90 grades vs the W510 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Sony W510

 T90 W510 
Manually focus More precise focus
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Sony T90

 W510 T90 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011February 2009More modern by 22 months

Common features in the Sony T90 and Sony W510

 T90 W510 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Sony T90 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony T90 features outer 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) whilst the Sony W510 has dimensions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Sony T90 and Sony W510 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the T90 compared to the W510.

Sony T90 vs Sony W510 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the T90 and W510 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sony T90 vs Sony W510 top view buttons comparison

Sony T90 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the T90 and W510.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos but you may want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged T90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Sony T90 vs Sony W510 sensor size comparison

Sony T90 vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony T90 vs Sony W510 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony T90 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W510 as a Portrait photography camera
27
manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
21
no manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Sony T90 Street photography advice
Sony W510 Street photography advice
55
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than average in class (148 grams)
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sony T90
Sports photography with Sony W510
25
image stabilization (Optical)
max fps low (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
25
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sony T90
Travel photography with Sony W510
50
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (148 grams)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
58
has built in flash
rather wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony T90 Landscape photography features
Sony W510 Landscape photography features
36
manual focus
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
32
rather wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony T90 Vlogging factors
Sony W510 Vlogging factors
27
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic socket
heavier than average in class (148g)
29
rather wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have microphone port
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Sony T90 vs Sony W510 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony T90 and Sony W510
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510
General Information
Manufacturer Sony Sony
Model Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-02-17 2011-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 26-104mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-10.0 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focus range - 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1s 2s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.90 m (Auto ISO) 2.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 148 grams (0.33 pounds) 119 grams (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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
Battery model - NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Storage media Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Launch price $259 $99