Pentax S1 vs Sony T99

Following is a detailed assessment of the Pentax S1 and Sony T99, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S1 (14MP) and the T99 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1 was announced 8 months after the T99 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S1 grades against the T99 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax S1 Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax S1 has got physical measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony T99 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax S1 and Sony T99 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the S1 vs the T99.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and T99 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and T99.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher S1 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.