Nikon A900 vs Sony HX99

Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon A900 vs Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A900 (20MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is pretty comparable but the A900 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) use different sensor size.

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The A900 was brought out 3 years before the HX99 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A900 grades vs the HX99 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon A900 Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon A900 comes with exterior measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Sony HX99 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the A900 compared to the HX99.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A900 and HX99 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A900 and HX99.

To sum up, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A900 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Nikon A900 will produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older A900 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.