Sony T90 vs Sony WX50

Below, we are reviewing the Sony T90 and Sony WX50, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the T90 (12MP) and WX50 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The T90 was launched 3 years prior to the WX50 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX50 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the T90 scores vs the WX50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The complete galleries are available at Sony T90 Gallery & Sony WX50 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony T90 comes with exterior measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony WX50 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Sony T90 and Sony WX50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the T90 versus the WX50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the T90 and WX50 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the T90 and WX50.

To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony WX50 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older T90 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.