Canon SX40 HS vs Sony T99

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon SX40 HS and Sony T99, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the T99 (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SX40 HS was unveiled 15 months later than the T99 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX40 HS grades versus the T99 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX40 HS has outer measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Sony T99 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX40 HS and Sony T99 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX40 HS vs the T99.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX40 HS and T99 is 64 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and T99.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony T99 to result in greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern SX40 HS provides an edge in sensor innovation.