Sony HX5 vs Sony HX99

Below, we will be matching up the Sony HX5 versus Sony HX99, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the HX5 (10MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the HX5 (1/2.4") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The HX5 was unveiled 9 years prior to the HX99 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the HX5 matches up versus the HX99 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The full galleries are available at Sony HX5 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Sony HX5 offers external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst 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).

Take a look at the Sony HX5 versus Sony HX99 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the HX5 vs the HX99.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX5 and HX99 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The picture here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX5 and HX99.

All in all, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HX5 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony HX99 will give more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged HX5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.