Sony HX99 vs Sony HX9V

Below is a in-depth overview of the Sony HX99 vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both built by Sony. The image resolution of the HX99 (18MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is relatively comparable but the HX99 (1/2.3-inch) and HX9V (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The HX99 was manufactured 7 years later than the HX9V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the HX99 grades vs the HX9V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony HX99 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Sony HX99 has physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX99 vs Sony HX9V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the HX99 against the HX9V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX99 and HX9V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX99 and HX9V.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The HX99 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony HX99 will provide more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern HX99 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.