Sony T900 vs Sony W550
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Sony T900 vs Sony W550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Revealed July 2011
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The following is a extended comparison of the Sony T900 versus Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras and both are produced by Sony. The resolution of the T900 (12MP) and the W550 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe T900 was introduced 3 years before the W550 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the T900 scores against the W550 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Sony W550
| T900 | W550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3.5" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W550 over the Sony T900
| W550 | T900 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2011 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 29 months |
Common features in the Sony T900 and Sony W550
| T900 | W550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Sony T900 vs Sony W550 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony T900 has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony W550 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the T900 against the W550.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the T900 and W550 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Sony T900 vs Sony W550 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the T900 and W550.
To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony W550 to provide extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged T900 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Sony T900 vs Sony W550 Specifications
| Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
| Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2009-02-17 | 2011-07-24 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-10.0 | f/2.7-5.7 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 2 secs | 2 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) | 3.80 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 143g (0.32 pounds) | 110g (0.24 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | - |
| Launch cost | $300 | $119 |