Sony T99 vs Sony A35

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Sony T99 versus Sony A35, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both designed by Sony. The resolution of the T99 (14MP) and the A35 (16MP) is pretty similar but the T99 (1/2.3") and A35 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The T99 was brought out 14 months earlier than the A35 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the T99 grades versus the A35 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 and Sony SLT-A35. The entire galleries are provided at Sony T99 Gallery and Sony A35 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony T99 provides physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony A35 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

Look at the Sony T99 versus Sony A35 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the T99 and the A35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the T99 and A35 is 96 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the T99 and A35.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The T99 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A35 will offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older T99 is going to be behind in sensor technology.