Canon SX610 HS vs Sony T99

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX610 HS versus Sony T99, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and T99 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was announced 4 years later than the T99 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX610 HS scores against the T99 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX610 HS has outside dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony T99 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX610 HS versus Sony T99 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX610 HS versus the T99.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and T99 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and T99.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX610 HS to offer more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX610 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.