Kodak C140 vs Sony HX99

Below, we are looking at the Kodak C140 and Sony HX99, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Kodak and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the C140 (8MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the C140 (1/2.5") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) feature totally different sensor size.

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The C140 was revealed 10 years prior to the HX99 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the C140 matches up vs the HX99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare C140 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The full galleries are available at Kodak C140 Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak C140 offers external measurements of 92mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony HX99 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Examine the Kodak C140 and Sony HX99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the C140 compared to the HX99.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the C140 and HX99 is 94 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the C140 and HX99.

As you can tell, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The C140 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony HX99 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged C140 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.