Sony T99 vs Sony TX1
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Sony T99 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
- Revealed July 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Launched August 2009
Sony T99 vs Sony TX1 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Sony T99 versus Sony TX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the T99 (14MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the T99 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") boast different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe T99 was released 12 months after the TX1 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the T99 scores against the TX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony T99 vs Sony TX1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony T99 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Sony TX1
T99 | TX1 | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | August 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Sony T99
TX1 | T99 |
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Common features in the Sony T99 and Sony TX1
T99 | TX1 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Sony T99 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony T99 features physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony T99 versus Sony TX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the T99 against the TX1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the T99 and TX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Sony T99 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the T99 and TX1.
As you can tell, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The T99 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony T99 will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher T99 provides an advantage in sensor technology.
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Sony T99 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-07-08 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.6 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 2 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) | 142 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 ID | NP-BN1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $179 | $350 |