Sony A99 II vs Sony G3
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Sony A99 II vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 849g - 143 x 104 x 76mm
- Released September 2016
- Earlier Model is Sony A99
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
Sony A99 II vs Sony G3 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Sony A99 II versus Sony G3, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the A99 II (42MP) and G3 (10MP) and the A99 II (Full frame) and G3 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A99 II was introduced 7 years later than the G3 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A99 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A99 II scores against the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony A99 II vs Sony G3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha A99 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A99 II Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A99 II over the Sony G3
A99 II | G3 | |||
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Introduced | September 2016 | January 2009 | More recent by 94 months | |
Screen type | Fully articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 921k | Clearer screen (+308k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Sony A99 II
G3 | A99 II | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony A99 II and Sony G3
A99 II | G3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | More accurate focus |
Sony A99 II vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony A99 II comes with external measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Sony G3 has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Analyze the Sony A99 II versus Sony G3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the A99 II and the G3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A99 II and G3 is 57 and 94 respectively.
Sony A99 II vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A99 II and G3.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The A99 II using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony A99 II will offer you more detail using its extra 32MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher A99 II will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sony A99 II vs Sony G3 Specifications
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2016-09-19 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 42MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 7952 x 5304 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 399 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 79 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Amount of lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,229k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, redeye reduction, rear sync, high-speed sync, wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 | 849g (1.87 lb) | 185g (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 143 x 104 x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 92 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2317 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 490 photographs | - |
Battery type | NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery & charger | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC/MS Duo slots | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Launch price | $3,198 | $200 |