Nikon S3100 vs Sony T99

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S3100 vs Sony T99, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the T99 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3100 was announced 8 months later than the T99 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the S3100 matches up vs the T99 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S3100 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S3100 offers exterior measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony T99 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S3100 and the T99.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3100 and T99 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The visual here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3100 and T99.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of files but you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer S3100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.