Canon SX700 HS vs Sony T99

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX700 HS versus Sony T99, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was introduced 3 years later than the T99 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX700 HS grades against the T99 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX700 HS features physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Sony T99 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX700 HS against the T99.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and T99 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The visual here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX700 HS and T99.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX700 HS to result in extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX700 HS provides an advantage in sensor tech.