Olympus SH-3 vs Sony T99
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Olympus SH-3 vs Sony T99 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Released February 2016
- Old Model is Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
- Revealed July 2010
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Following is a in-depth overview of the Olympus SH-3 vs Sony T99, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe SH-3 was launched 5 years after the T99 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus SH-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SH-3 scores vs the T99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SH-3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SH-3 Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-3 over the Sony T99
| SH-3 | T99 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2016 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 69 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Olympus SH-3
| T99 | SH-3 |
|---|
Common features in the Olympus SH-3 and Sony T99
| SH-3 | T99 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Olympus SH-3 vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus SH-3 provides outside measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony T99 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SH-3 vs Sony T99 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SH-3 vs the T99.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-3 and T99 is 88 and 96 respectively.
Olympus SH-3 vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-3 and T99.
Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SH-3 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher SH-3 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus SH-3 vs Sony T99 Specifications
| Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
| Model | Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2016-02-08 | 2010-07-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | TruePic VII | Bionz |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 11.5 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 4.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (15 fps), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 271 grams (0.60 lbs) | 121 grams (0.27 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 380 photos | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | LI-92B | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $579 | $179 |