Sony HX99 vs Sony WX300
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Sony HX99 vs Sony WX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3-inch Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 242g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Released September 2018
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Launched February 2013
- Refreshed by Sony WX350
Sony HX99 vs Sony WX300 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Sony HX99 vs Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both sold by Sony. The image resolution of the HX99 (18MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is pretty close but the HX99 (1/2.3-inch) and WX300 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe HX99 was revealed 5 years after the WX300 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the HX99 scores against the WX300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony HX99 vs Sony WX300 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The full galleries are provided at Sony HX99 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX99 over the Sony WX300
HX99 | WX300 | |||
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Launched | September 2018 | February 2013 | Newer by 68 months | |
Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Sony HX99
WX300 | HX99 |
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Common features in the Sony HX99 and Sony WX300
HX99 | WX300 | |||
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Screen size | 3.00" | 3" | Same screen size |
Sony HX99 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony HX99 has external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Sony WX300 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Sony HX99 vs Sony WX300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the HX99 against the WX300.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the HX99 and WX300 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Sony HX99 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HX99 and WX300.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The HX99 features the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The more modern HX99 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Sony HX99 vs Sony WX300 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony HX99 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2018-09-01 | 2013-02-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3-inch | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.4 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.00 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 638k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m (with Auto ISO) | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, slow sync, flash off, rear sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p, 120p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | AVCHD, XAVC S | AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 242 gr (0.53 lbs) | 166 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $469 | $330 |