Sony HX50V vs Sony A99

On this page, we will be analyzing the Sony HX50V vs Sony A99, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are created by Sony. The resolution of the HX50V (20MP) and the A99 (24MP) is pretty close but the HX50V (1/2.3") and A99 (Full frame) provide different sensor sizes.

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The HX50V was introduced 5 months later than the A99 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the HX50V matches up versus the A99 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V and Sony SLT-A99. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX50V Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony HX50V enjoys outside dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 has proportions of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Check out the Sony HX50V vs Sony A99 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the HX50V versus the A99.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the HX50V and A99 is 89 and 57 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The photograph underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX50V and A99.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HX50V having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A99 will provide you with more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.