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Sony T90 vs Sony W730

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
26
Overall
30
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
33
Overall
37

Sony T90 vs Sony W730 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
  • Launched February 2009
Sony W730
(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
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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 Glossary

The 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.

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Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Sony W730

 T90 W730 
Focus manually Very exact focusing
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Sony T90

 W730 T90 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013February 2009More modern by 47 months

Common features in the Sony T90 and Sony W730

 T90 W730 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Sony T90 vs Sony W730 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the T90 and W730 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sony T90 vs Sony W730 top view buttons comparison

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.

Sony T90 vs Sony W730 sensor size comparison

Sony T90 vs Sony W730 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony T90 vs Sony W730 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sony T90
Portrait photography with Sony W730
27
has manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
35
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
provides face detect focus
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Sony T90 as a Street photography camera
Sony W730 as a Street photography camera
55
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than average in class (148 grams)
67
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has focus by touch
lighter than competitors (122g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sony T90 Sports photography info
Sony W730 Sports photography info
25
image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sony T90
Travel photography with Sony W730
50
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than average in class (148 grams)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
71
lighter than competitors (122 grams)
has focus by touch
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony T90 Landscape photography info
Sony W730 Landscape photography info
36
has manual focus
screen size is decent (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
39
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony T90 Vlogging highlights
Sony W730 Vlogging highlights
27
touchscreen capability
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic support
heavier than average in class (148 grams)
34
really wide (25mm)
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focus
lighter than competitors (122g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic jack
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Sony T90 vs Sony W730 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony T90 and Sony W730
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730
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