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Nikon L31 vs Sony T99

Portability
94
Imaging
41
Features
27
Overall
35
Nikon Coolpix L31 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
27
Overall
33

Nikon L31 vs Sony T99 Key Specs

Nikon L31
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
  • Launched January 2015
Sony T99
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
  • 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
  • Revealed July 2010
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Nikon L31 vs Sony T99 Overview

Below, we are looking at the Nikon L31 versus Sony T99, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L31 (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L31 was revealed 4 years after the T99 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the L31 scores against the T99 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Sony T99

 L31 T99 
RevealedJanuary 2015July 2010Newer by 56 months
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Nikon L31

 T99 L31 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon L31 and Sony T99

 L31 T99 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution

Nikon L31 vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L31 offers exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony T99 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the L31 vs the T99.

Nikon L31 vs Sony T99 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L31 and T99 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L31 vs Sony T99 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L31 vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L31 and T99.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L31 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger L31 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

Nikon L31 vs Sony T99 sensor size comparison

Nikon L31 vs Sony T99 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L31 vs Sony T99 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L31 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony T99 as a Portrait photography camera
36
megapixel count good (16MP)
supports face detect focus
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon L31
Street photography with Sony T99
56
built in image stabilization (Digital)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
more heavy than competition in class (160g)
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L31 Sports photography info
Sony T99 Sports photography info
40
built in image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count good (16MP)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,250s)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L31 Travel photography info
Sony T99 Travel photography info
68
megapixel count good (16MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
fairly wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse function
more heavy than competition in class (160 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
65
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L31 Landscape photography information
Sony T99 Landscape photography information
39
fairly wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
42
rather wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L31 Vlogging advice
Sony T99 Vlogging advice
65
fairly wide (26mm)
selfie friendly display
built in image stabilization (Digital)
supports face detect focus
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone support
more heavy than competition in class (160g)
31
rather wide (25mm)
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic port
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Nikon L31 vs Sony T99 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L31 and Sony T99
 Nikon Coolpix L31Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix L31 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2015-01-14 2010-07-08
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-6.5 f/3.5-4.6
Macro focusing distance 10cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 2 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1250 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.60 m 4.60 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 160 grams (0.35 lbs) 121 grams (0.27 lbs)
Dimensions 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 200 pictures -
Style of battery AA -
Battery ID 2 x AA NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $0 $179