Sony T99 vs Sony W800

Below, we will be contrasting the Sony T99 vs Sony W800, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the T99 (14MP) and W800 (20MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The T99 was released 4 years prior to the W800 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W800 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the T99 scores against the W800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The complete galleries are provided at Sony T99 Gallery & Sony W800 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony T99 comes with external measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony W800 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the T99 vs the W800.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the T99 and W800 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the T99 and W800.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony W800 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged T99 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.