Sony A99 II vs Sony HX80
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Sony A99 II vs Sony HX80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push 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
- Introduced September 2016
- Superseded the Sony A99
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 245g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Introduced March 2016
Sony A99 II vs Sony HX80 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Sony A99 II vs Sony HX80, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the A99 II (42MP) and HX80 (18MP) and the A99 II (Full frame) and HX80 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A99 II was launched 7 months later than the HX80 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sony A99 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the A99 II grades against the HX80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A99 II vs Sony HX80 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A99 II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A99 II Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A99 II over the Sony HX80
A99 II | HX80 | |||
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Introduced | September 2016 | March 2016 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 921k | Sharper screen (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX80 over the Sony A99 II
HX80 | A99 II |
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Common features in the Sony A99 II and Sony HX80
A99 II | HX80 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Sony A99 II vs Sony HX80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony A99 II enjoys physical measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Sony HX80 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Look at the Sony A99 II vs Sony HX80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the A99 II against the HX80.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A99 II and HX80 is 57 and 91 respectively.
Sony A99 II vs Sony HX80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A99 II and HX80.
Plainly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A99 II featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony A99 II will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 24 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent A99 II should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sony A99 II vs Sony HX80 Specifications
Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A99 II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2016-09-19 | 2016-03-07 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz X | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 7952 x 5304 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 399 | - |
Cross focus points | 79 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-6.4 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 143 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,229k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.40 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, redeye reduction, rear sync, high-speed sync, wireless | Auto, on, slow sync, off, rear sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 849 grams (1.87 lbs) | 245 grams (0.54 lbs) |
Dimensions | 143 x 104 x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 92 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2317 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 490 images | 390 images |
Type of battery | NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery & charger | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC/MS Duo slots | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Retail cost | $3,198 | $368 |