Sony HX100V vs Sony T99

Below, we are reviewing the Sony HX100V versus Sony T99, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both are manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX100V (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX100V was announced 16 months after the T99 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the HX100V matches up versus the T99 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX100V Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony HX100V enjoys outside measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs) whilst the Sony T99 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX100V versus Sony T99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the HX100V and the T99.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the HX100V and T99 is 66 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX100V and T99.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX100V to give you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher HX100V should have an edge in sensor tech.