Canon SX600 HS vs Sony T99

In this article, we are comparing the Canon SX600 HS and Sony T99, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was announced 3 years after the T99 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the SX600 HS matches up versus the T99 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX600 HS has got exterior measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony T99 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX600 HS compared to the T99.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and T99 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and T99.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX600 HS to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The newer SX600 HS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.