Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony T99

Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm XQ2 and Sony T99, both Ultracompact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the T99 (14MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and T99 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was launched 4 years later than the T99 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm XQ2 grades vs the T99 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XQ2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ2 comes with physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony T99 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XQ2 and Sony T99 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 compared to the T99.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XQ2 and T99 is 92 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XQ2 and T99.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XQ2 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony T99 will show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XQ2 should have an advantage in sensor technology.