Sony T900 vs Sony TX9

Here, we will be contrasting the Sony T900 versus Sony TX9, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the T900 (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The T900 was introduced 16 months prior to the TX9 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the T900 grades versus the TX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony T900 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony T900 provides physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony TX9 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Sony T900 versus Sony TX9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the T900 compared to the TX9.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T900 and TX9 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the T900 and TX9.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged T900 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.