Panasonic FH5 vs Sony T99

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic FH5 vs Sony T99, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was unveiled 7 months after the T99 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FH5 matches up versus the T99 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH5 has got outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony T99 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH5 vs Sony T99 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the FH5 vs the T99.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH5 and T99 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH5 and T99.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic FH5 to give you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent FH5 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.