Sony H70 vs Sony HX99

Here, we will be analyzing the Sony H70 vs Sony HX99, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Sony. The image resolution of the H70 (16MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is pretty well matched but the H70 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) provide different sensor sizing.

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The H70 was launched 8 years prior to the HX99 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the H70 scores versus the HX99 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The complete galleries are available at Sony H70 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony H70 provides physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony H70 vs Sony HX99 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the H70 versus the HX99.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the H70 and HX99 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The pic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the H70 and HX99.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The H70 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX99 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged H70 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.