Sony T90 vs Sony W570

Its time to look a little more closely at the Sony T90 and Sony W570, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are designed by Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the T90 (12MP) and W570 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The T90 was released 22 months earlier than the W570 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the T90 grades vs the W570 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony T90 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony T90 features outer measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony W570 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Sony T90 and Sony W570 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the T90 and the W570.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the T90 and W570 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the T90 and W570.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W570 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older T90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.