Pentax RZ10 vs Sony T99
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Pentax RZ10 vs Sony T99 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2011
(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
- Released July 2010
Pentax RZ10 vs Sony T99 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Pentax RZ10 and Sony T99, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the RZ10 (14MP) and the T99 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe RZ10 was launched 13 months later than the T99 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the RZ10 grades against the T99 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax RZ10 vs Sony T99 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio RZ10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax RZ10 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ10 over the Sony T99
RZ10 | T99 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | July 2010 | Fresher by 13 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Pentax RZ10
T99 | RZ10 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax RZ10 and Sony T99
RZ10 | T99 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Pentax RZ10 vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Pentax RZ10 comes with exterior measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and 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).
Check the Pentax RZ10 and Sony T99 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the RZ10 against the T99.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the RZ10 and T99 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Pentax RZ10 vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the RZ10 and T99.
Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher RZ10 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Pentax RZ10 vs Sony T99 Specifications
Pentax Optio RZ10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax Optio RZ10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1250s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 178g (0.39 lbs) | 121g (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 178 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $200 | $179 |