Sony T900 vs Sony W290

Let's look more closely at the Sony T900 versus Sony W290, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the T900 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The T900 was released at a similar time to the W290 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W290 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the T900 grades against the W290 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are available at Sony T900 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony T900 features external 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 W290 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Sony T900 versus Sony W290 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the T900 and the W290.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the T900 and W290 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the T900 and W290.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.