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post Apr 17 2009, 10:34 AM, updated 17y ago

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I tried searching for T900 in the forums, but it seems like there are not may users out there.

Was wondering if T900 users can report in and provide us with some reviews or feedback about this camera.

I have used the T200 before and the low light capability is horrible. Even with flash, iso 400 is ok only. But the main thing that catches my attention is the 720p HD video with continuous AF during video.

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post Apr 17 2009, 10:40 AM

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f/3.5. sure horrible for low light lo... even for entry DSLR.


dunno what the sony doing .they din inherit the perfect minolta f/2.8 Dimage X

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post Apr 17 2009, 10:45 AM

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yeap, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 is tempting.

F2.0-2.8 and 24mm wide and also HD video but the video doesn't have continuous AF operation.
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post Apr 25 2009, 12:15 PM

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I just received mine today. Got the brown color one.

Was fiddling around with the settings and discovered the close up mode is insane. I could focus on a page close to less than a centimeter apart.

here's a sample.

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Bottom is underexposed as the camera was really close to the page.

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Photos are edited with Picnik. Stock photos from camera seem to lack contrast in Intelligent Auto mode.

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post Apr 26 2009, 11:52 PM

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it would be nice if u can do a review on the HD Vid quality as i'm looking into Canon Ixus 110 IS, which is HD capable at 1280 and maximum duration as mention in the review is about 4gb or 1 hour.. drool.gif
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post Apr 27 2009, 12:38 AM

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QUOTE(greggs @ Apr 26 2009, 11:52 PM)
it would be nice if u can do a review on the HD Vid quality as i'm looking into Canon Ixus 110 IS, which is HD capable at 1280 and maximum duration as mention in the review is about 4gb or 1 hour..  drool.gif
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I would like to do so also, but trying to find the right scene to shoot. Also, weather hasn't been good here.

This camera does 720p (1280 x 720) (fine-9Mbps, std 6Mbps bit rate) with stereo audio. And with a 8Gb card can shoot up to 110mins.

The canon shoots (HD) 1280 x 720, 30fps (same as the T900), (L)640 x 480, 30fps, (M)320 x 240, 30fps

Movie Length (HD) Up to 4GB or 29 min. 59 sec, (L and M) Up to 4GB or 1 hour

the sony is better comparing those numbers.

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post Apr 27 2009, 10:49 AM

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Here's a random 16:9 shot. Unprocessed.

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post Apr 27 2009, 02:23 PM

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this model...is what i'm wanted to buy...never owned a digital camera...
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post Apr 27 2009, 04:02 PM

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when talk about HD video recording,not to leave out HX1 which is comparable to camcorder which is similiar price range with it
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post Apr 27 2009, 08:23 PM

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QUOTE(wcs2798 @ Apr 27 2009, 04:02 PM)
when talk about HD video recording,not to leave out HX1 which is comparable to camcorder which is similiar price range with it
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Yeap, that is one of Sony's prosumer camera.

I like its sweep panorama technology for up to 224-degree horizontal and 154-degree vertical panorama shots with the push of a button.

It also has 1080p HD video recording.

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QUOTE(calvin_gsc @ Apr 27 2009, 10:49 AM)
Here's a random 16:9 shot. Unprocessed.

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Picture looks good. Colour seems to be nice for an unedited photo.
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post Apr 28 2009, 09:20 AM

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Exposure: 0.125 sec (1/8)
Aperture: f/4.0
Focal Length: 15 mm
ISO Speed: 80
Exposure Bias: -1 EV

Taken in the evening. Photo is slightly blur. I should have bumped the ISO.
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post Apr 29 2009, 12:12 PM

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# Exposure: 0.004 sec (1/250)
# Aperture: f/4.5
# ISO Speed: 80

Random B&W in Programmed Auto mode.

Lacks contrast right out of the camera.

Here's one with contrast adjustments

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post Apr 30 2009, 07:52 AM

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Here are some close up shots using Intelligent Auto mode. It automatically selected macro mode. Some shots were shot with close up mode (close focusing than macro mode).

All raw and unedited.
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post May 1 2009, 05:08 AM

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Here's two HD videos I shot. Just wanna show its HD quality and stereo sound quality with continuous AF operation.

Shot in 720p fine mode.



Watch video in HD HERE.

Here's a second video but with even closer zoom.



Watch video in HD HERE.
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post May 1 2009, 09:48 PM

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picture quality and video quality of this camera is not bad


Added on May 1, 2009, 9:51 pmis this camera same with DSC-T90?
cant find T-900 is sony website..

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post May 1 2009, 10:26 PM

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QUOTE(kimurastanley @ May 1 2009, 09:48 PM)
picture quality and video quality of this camera is not bad


Added on May 1, 2009, 9:51 pmis this camera same with DSC-T90?
cant find T-900 is sony website..
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It's different from the T90. I am surprised Sony Malaysia never update their website both on Sony.com.my and sonystyle.com.my.

You can see it in the USA website here: http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores...ategoryId=16201

The only difference between the the T900 vs T90 is:

• 3.5 inch TFT LCD (approx. 921,600 pixels) vs • 3.0 inch TFT LCD (approx. 230,400 pixels)
• Stereo Mic vs Mono Mic

That is what I am aware of.

Similarities can be seen here: http://www.dpreview.com/news/0902/09021710...w290t90t900.asp
(Scroll towards the bottom of page)



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post May 2 2009, 12:07 AM

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QUOTE(calvin_gsc @ May 1 2009, 10:26 PM)
It's different from the T90. I am surprised Sony Malaysia never update their website both on Sony.com.my and sonystyle.com.my.

You can see it in the USA website here: http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores...ategoryId=16201

The only difference between the the T900 vs T90 is:

• 3.5 inch TFT LCD (approx. 921,600 pixels) vs • 3.0 inch TFT LCD (approx. 230,400 pixels)
• Stereo Mic vs Mono Mic

That is what I am aware of.

Similarities can be seen here: http://www.dpreview.com/news/0902/09021710...w290t90t900.asp
(Scroll towards the bottom of page)
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Thanks for ur explanation..
I recommend this camera after seeing calvin photo example and explanation of this camera.
But my friend cant find T-900 in VAIO shop, only found T-90.
Then she bought T-90. Worried if the pic quality of T-90 is much worse than T-900.
May be still no T-900 in Malaysia hmm.gif hmm.gif
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post May 2 2009, 02:02 AM

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QUOTE(kimurastanley @ May 2 2009, 12:07 AM)
Thanks for ur explanation..
I recommend this camera after seeing calvin photo example and explanation of this camera.
But my friend cant find T-900 in VAIO shop, only found T-90.
Then she bought T-90. Worried if the pic quality of T-90 is much worse than T-900.
May be still no T-900 in Malaysia hmm.gif  hmm.gif
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Not a problem!

I bought mine from USA. I am pretty sure it's available in KL already. I heard Boeing in Sg Wang has it.

The picture quality is gonna be the same but you get a lil more out of the T900.

Can you check with her if the T90 has continuous AF during video recording?
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post May 2 2009, 04:53 AM

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Does the battery go flat fast?
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post May 2 2009, 05:14 AM

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QUOTE(Alpha700 @ May 2 2009, 04:53 AM)
Does the battery go flat fast?
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Well, the battery does not last very long. I think the battery supplied can last at least an hour (not sure)?

But with the Sony InfoLithium D-type NP-FD1, you can make at least 2 hours with it.

But one must understand that this camera is heavily dependent on it's 3.5" touch screen LCD, so battery life may not be one of it's best points.
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QUOTE(calvin_gsc @ May 2 2009, 05:14 AM)
Well, the battery does not last very long. I think the battery supplied can last at least an hour (not sure)?

But with the Sony InfoLithium D-type NP-FD1, you can make at least 2 hours with it.

But one must understand that this camera is heavily dependent on it's 3.5" touch screen LCD, so battery life may not be one of it's best points.
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Sure, will check it out wheter gt continous AF or not and post it here..
Buy T-90 to improve battery life as the screen is smaller tongue.gif tongue.gif
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post May 3 2009, 11:55 PM

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QUOTE(calvin_gsc @ May 2 2009, 05:14 AM)
Well, the battery does not last very long. I think the battery supplied can last at least an hour (not sure)?

But with the Sony InfoLithium D-type NP-FD1, you can make at least 2 hours with it.

But one must understand that this camera is heavily dependent on it's 3.5" touch screen LCD, so battery life may not be one of it's best points.
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QUOTE(kimurastanley @ May 2 2009, 11:44 AM)
Sure, will check it out wheter gt continous AF or not and post it here..
Buy T-90 to improve battery life as the screen is smaller tongue.gif  tongue.gif
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Thx guys rclxms.gif ,

my gf wants one but I'm afraid that the battery life end up as short as the V1 that
it's going to replace, ended up having to buy a 2nd batt for it.

Video looks good thumbup.gif
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QUOTE(Alpha700 @ May 3 2009, 11:55 PM)
Thx guys rclxms.gif ,

my gf wants one but I'm afraid that the battery life end up as short as the V1 that
it's going to replace, ended up having to buy a 2nd batt for it.

Video looks good  thumbup.gif
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Short battery life really cannot escape with any camera that relies only on the LCD screen for controls.
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Threee new HD videos.



Watch video in HD HERE.




Watch video in HD HERE.




Watch video in HD HERE.
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post May 20 2009, 10:12 PM

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Just got my T900 today from Lowyat Plaza.

RM 1350 for black T900 with 4GB Sony MSPD Mark2 and Leather Pouch.

There's a promo at Lowyat Concourse for the same items above + tripod at RM 1399, but they have the Silver model only.
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T-90 also continuous autofocus in HD video recording
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My sister just bought pink Sony T90. I am thinking of getting Sony T900 Brown.

Thank you so much for the explanation and samples here. I set my mind.

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Added on June 24, 2009, 4:17 pmGuys/Girls...I would really appreciate it if you can provide me a night shot with and without flash...

Picture for the same item...Human for example...

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Hi all,

I just bought T-900 at Harvey Norman last month. The promotion is RM 1888 for the camera and a PSP.

The camera works great and the screen is fabulous. However, do you guys know how do I stamp the date on the pictures? Fiddling around and read the manuals, there's no date imprinting ....we have to download and use the PMB software, but still to no avail. anybody here can help me? thanks....
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senq offering t900 for 1299 ans t90 1099..which is the better buy
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post Oct 15 2009, 08:56 PM

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I think maybe you can wait for TX-1?
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QUOTE(kapultek @ Oct 15 2009, 10:05 AM)
senq offering t900 for 1299 ans t90 1099..which is the better buy
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Ya... i'm oso considering ard which worth to get.. ANYONE PLS HELP!!

TX-1 seen like just having better processor but much more expensive with only 10Mpixer compare with T90/900 with 12Mpixer... any idea????
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QUOTE(Doraemon11 @ Oct 15 2009, 10:48 PM)
Ya... i'm oso considering ard which worth to get.. ANYONE PLS HELP!!

TX-1 seen like just having better processor but much more expensive with only 10Mpixer compare with T90/900 with 12Mpixer... any idea????
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higher megapixel doesnt means better image quality,compare to t900,tx1 using exmor r cmos while t900 using super had ccd.somemore it come with Sweep Panorama shot and better touch screen experience
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just bought t90 for rm10099 with 4gb ada pouch...
really satisfied with it...

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i tried it once. dont like it coz the handling is too slow and not responsive. it think the cameras is more suitable for static or planned photos.
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QUOTE(calvin_gsc @ Apr 29 2009, 12:12 PM)
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# Exposure: 0.004 sec (1/250)
# Aperture: f/4.5
# ISO Speed: 80

Random B&W in Programmed Auto mode.

Lacks contrast right out of the camera.

Here's one with contrast adjustments

user posted image
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Hi all, can i ask how to set the aperture to f/4.5?

i cant capture the picture with this effect, even though i bought this camera half year ago, but still have a lot of funtions that i havent explore.....


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what is the different between t900 and tx1?
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post Mar 5 2010, 09:04 PM

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tx1 is later version than t900...
also tx1 is better at night photography..
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lol, instead of tx1, u should think about tx7 =D
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after that go for DSLR =P
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Good camera indeed.
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yup, nice camera indeed... rclxms.gif
but it performs better at night using video mode rather than still picture.. laugh.gif
but battery consumption while video taking is very high...

 

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