Sony T99 vs Sony TX55
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Sony T99 vs Sony TX55 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
- Launched July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Introduced July 2011
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Following is a extended comparison of the Sony T99 vs Sony TX55, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the T99 (14MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe T99 was released 12 months prior to the TX55 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the T99 scores vs the TX55 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are provided at Sony T99 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Sony TX55
| T99 | TX55 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Sony T99
| TX55 | T99 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2011 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3.3" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 1230k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Sony T99 and Sony TX55
| T99 | TX55 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Sony T99 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony T99 comes with physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony TX55 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Sony T99 vs Sony TX55 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the T99 versus the TX55.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the T99 and TX55 is 96 and 97 respectively.
Sony T99 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The pic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the T99 and TX55.
To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony TX55 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged T99 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Sony T99 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
| Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Sony | Sony |
| Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2010-07-08 | 2011-07-24 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Bionz | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.6 | f/3.5-4.8 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3.3" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | XtraFine OLED display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 2 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.60 m | 3.70 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) | 109 gr (0.24 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 photographs |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-BN1 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $179 | $350 |