Sony HX99 vs Sony W800

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Sony HX99 versus Sony W800, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX99 (18MP) and the W800 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the HX99 (1/2.3-inch) and W800 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The HX99 was brought out 4 years later than the W800 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the HX99 scores against the W800 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The entire galleries are available at Sony HX99 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony HX99 has physical measurements 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 W800 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Sony HX99 versus Sony W800 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the HX99 against the W800.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX99 and W800 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HX99 and W800.

To sum up, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HX99 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony W800 will produce greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger HX99 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.