Sigma DP2x vs Sony T99
86 Imaging
44 Features
31 Overall
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96 Imaging
37 Features
27 Overall
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony T99 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Older Model is Sigma DP2s
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
- Introduced July 2010
Sigma DP2x vs Sony T99 Overview
Below is a in-depth review of the Sigma DP2x and Sony T99, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and T99 (14MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and T99 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe DP2x was revealed 8 months later than the T99 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the DP2x grades vs the T99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sigma DP2x vs Sony T99 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Sony T99
DP2x | T99 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | July 2010 | More recent by 8 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Sigma DP2x
T99 | DP2x | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sigma DP2x and Sony T99
DP2x | T99 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Sigma DP2x vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2x enjoys external measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony T99 has dimensions 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 Sigma DP2x and Sony T99 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the DP2x compared to the T99.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2x and T99 is 86 and 96 respectively.
Sigma DP2x vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2x and T99.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The DP2x with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony T99 will give you greater detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer DP2x is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Sigma DP2x vs Sony T99 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony T99 Specifications
Sigma DP2x | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma DP2x | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-02-08 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | True II | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 285.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 5 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 41mm (1x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 1.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1250s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.30 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 320x240 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 280 grams (0.62 lb) | 121 grams (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $699 | $179 |