Sony QX30 vs Sony T99

The following is a extended review of the Sony QX30 and Sony T99, one is a Lens-style and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the QX30 (20MP) and T99 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The QX30 was introduced 4 years after the T99 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the QX30 matches up vs the T99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The whole galleries are provided at Sony QX30 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Sony QX30 offers outer dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony T99 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Sony QX30 and Sony T99 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the QX30 versus the T99.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the QX30 and T99 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the QX30 and T99.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony QX30 to give you greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent QX30 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.