Sony RX10 IV vs Sony T99

Below is a extended overview of the Sony RX10 IV versus Sony T99, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the RX10 IV (20MP) and T99 (14MP) and the RX10 IV (1") and T99 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The RX10 IV was brought out 7 years later than the T99 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the RX10 IV grades versus the T99 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The entire galleries are provided at Sony RX10 IV Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX10 IV offers physical measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") with a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs) while 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).

Look at the Sony RX10 IV versus Sony T99 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the RX10 IV against the T99.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the RX10 IV and T99 is 52 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the RX10 IV and T99.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The RX10 IV due to its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony RX10 IV will result in greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent RX10 IV will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.