Pentax XG-1 vs Sony T99

Below, we will be comparing the Pentax XG-1 and Sony T99, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was brought out 4 years after the T99 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the XG-1 matches up vs the T99 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax XG-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The entire galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax XG-1 enjoys outside dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Sony T99 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax XG-1 and Sony T99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the XG-1 compared to the T99.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the XG-1 and T99 is 66 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The pic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the XG-1 and T99.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Pentax XG-1 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern XG-1 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.