Sony T900 vs Sony A58

On this page, we will be reviewing the Sony T900 versus Sony A58, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are offered by Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the T900 (12MP) and A58 (20MP) and the T900 (1/2.3") and A58 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The T900 was released 5 years prior to the A58 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the T900 scores against the A58 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 and Sony SLT-A58. The complete galleries are provided at Sony T900 Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony T900 comes with physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony A58 has dimensions of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Examine the Sony T900 versus Sony A58 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the T900 compared to the A58.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the T900 and A58 is 96 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The image underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the T900 and A58.

Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The T900 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A58 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged T900 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.