Sony G3 vs Sony HX99

Here, we will be contrasting the Sony G3 and Sony HX99, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the G3 (10MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the G3 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) provide totally different sensor size.

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The G3 was introduced 10 years prior to the HX99 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the G3 matches up vs the HX99 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony G3 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Sony G3 has got external measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the G3 and the HX99.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and HX99 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture here may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 and HX99.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G3 having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony HX99 will deliver greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged G3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.