Nikon P310 vs Sony HX99

In this article, we are matching up the Nikon P310 vs Sony HX99, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is very comparable but the P310 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) use different sensor size.

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The P310 was manufactured 7 years prior to the HX99 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the P310 matches up versus the HX99 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P310 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P310 provides external dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX99 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P310 vs Sony HX99 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the P310 vs the HX99.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the P310 and HX99 is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P310 and HX99.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The P310 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX99 will provide extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged P310 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.