Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony T99

In this article, we are looking at the Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony T99, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and T99 (14MP) and the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and T99 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z270 was introduced 18 months prior to the T99 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z270 grades against the T99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z270 offers exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z270 and the T99.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z270 and T99 is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z270 and T99.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z270 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Sony T99 will render greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z270 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.