Olympus SP-100 vs Sony T99

Below, we are evaluating the Olympus SP-100 versus Sony T99, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was unveiled 3 years after the T99 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SP-100 grades vs the T99 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-100 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-100 has physical dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Sony T99 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-100 vs the T99.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-100 and T99 is 63 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-100 and T99.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-100 to offer extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SP-100 provides an edge in sensor innovation.