Nikon S220 vs Sony T99

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon S220 and Sony T99, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S220 (10MP) and T99 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S220 was announced 17 months prior to the T99 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S220 scores vs the T99 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S220 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S220 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S220 has external measurements of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Sony T99 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S220 and Sony T99 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S220 against the T99.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S220 and T99 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S220 and T99.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony T99 to offer you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older S220 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.