Olympus SZ-12 vs Sony T99

Following is a detailed analysis of the Olympus SZ-12 versus Sony T99, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Sony. The resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the T99 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-12 was unveiled 19 months after the T99 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the SZ-12 grades against the T99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-12 has outside dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony T99 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-12 versus Sony T99 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ-12 against the T99.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-12 and T99 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The picture here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-12 and T99.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger SZ-12 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.