Sony T900 vs Sony A33

Following is a thorough assessment of the Sony T900 vs Sony A33, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the T900 (12MP) and the A33 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the T900 (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The T900 was launched 18 months prior to the A33 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the T900 matches up against the A33 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 & Sony SLT-A33. The complete galleries are available at Sony T900 Gallery & Sony A33 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony T900 offers 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) whilst the Sony A33 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the T900 and the A33.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the T900 and A33 is 96 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the T900 and A33.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The T900 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A33 will show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged T900 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.