Samsung ST600 vs Sony T99

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Samsung ST600 and Sony T99, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the ST600 (14MP) and the T99 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ST600 was brought out 6 months before the T99 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the ST600 grades against the T99 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST600 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST600 provides outside measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony T99 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Samsung ST600 and Sony T99 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the ST600 vs the T99.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST600 and T99 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ST600 and T99.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.