Sony T90 vs Sony W730
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Sony T90 vs Sony W730 Key Specs
(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
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
Sony T90 vs Sony W730 Overview
Following is a extended assessment of the Sony T90 vs Sony W730, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the T90 (12MP) and W730 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe T90 was launched 4 years prior to the W730 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W730 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the T90 matches up vs the W730 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony T90 vs Sony W730 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony T90 Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Sony W730
T90 | W730 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Sony T90
W730 | T90 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | February 2009 | More modern by 47 months |
Common features in the Sony T90 and Sony W730
T90 | W730 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Sony T90 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony T90 enjoys external 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) whilst the Sony W730 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
See the Sony T90 vs Sony W730 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the T90 versus the W730.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the T90 and W730 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Sony T90 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the T90 and W730.
Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W730 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged T90 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Sony T90 vs Sony W730 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-17 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-10.0 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 148g (0.33 lb) | 122g (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 life | - | 240 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
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 |
Price at release | $259 | $138 |