Fujifilm F660EXR vs Sony HX99

Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm F660EXR versus Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F660EXR (16MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm F660EXR (1/2") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) provide totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm F660EXR was released 7 years before the HX99 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm F660EXR scores against the HX99 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm F660EXR Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm F660EXR offers physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony HX99 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm F660EXR versus the HX99.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F660EXR and HX99 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The picture here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F660EXR and HX99.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm F660EXR featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony HX99 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm F660EXR is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.