Sony T99 vs Sony TX100V

Let's look a little more closely at the Sony T99 versus Sony TX100V, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both created by Sony. The resolution of the T99 (14MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The T99 was brought out 6 months prior to the TX100V and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the T99 matches up against the TX100V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The entire galleries are provided at Sony T99 Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony T99 comes with outside 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 TX100V has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the T99 against the TX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the T99 and TX100V is 96 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the T99 and TX100V.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony TX100V to deliver more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively.