Nikon S3000 vs Sony T99

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon S3000 vs Sony T99, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the T99 (14MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3000 was launched 5 months prior to the T99 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S3000 scores versus the T99 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S3000 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3000 provides exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony T99 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S3000 vs Sony T99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S3000 and the T99.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3000 and T99 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3000 and T99.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony T99 to render more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively.