Sony RX10 III vs Sony T99

Following is a complete overview of the Sony RX10 III versus Sony T99, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are sold by Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the RX10 III (20MP) and T99 (14MP) and the RX10 III (1") and T99 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The RX10 III was revealed 5 years after the T99 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the RX10 III grades vs the T99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are provided at Sony RX10 III Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX10 III features external dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") along with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Sony T99 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the RX10 III against the T99.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the RX10 III and T99 is 53 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The picture below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX10 III and T99.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The RX10 III with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony RX10 III will offer you extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer RX10 III should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.