Sony T900 vs Sony TX66

On this page, we are matching up the Sony T900 and Sony TX66, both Ultracompact cameras and both are sold by Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the T900 (12MP) and TX66 (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The T900 was revealed 4 years prior to the TX66 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the T900 grades against the TX66 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The full galleries are viewable at Sony T900 Gallery & Sony TX66 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony T900 has outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony TX66 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Sony T900 and Sony TX66 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the T900 against the TX66.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the T900 and TX66 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the T900 and TX66.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony TX66 to show greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older T900 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.