Sony HX50V vs Sony HX99

Lets look more in depth at the Sony HX50V vs Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both offered by Sony. The image resolution of the HX50V (20MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is pretty close but the HX50V (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) offer different sensor measurements.

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The HX50V was unveiled 6 years earlier than the HX99 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the HX50V grades against the HX99 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The full galleries are provided at Sony HX50V Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony HX50V enjoys physical measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX50V vs Sony HX99 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the HX50V compared to the HX99.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the HX50V and HX99 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HX50V and HX99.

All in all, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HX50V with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX50V will result in greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged HX50V will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.