Sony T99 vs Sony A65

Here, we will be comparing the Sony T99 versus Sony A65, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are manufactured by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the T99 (14MP) and A65 (24MP) and the T99 (1/2.3") and A65 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The T99 was brought out 16 months earlier than the A65 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the T99 matches up versus the A65 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 and Sony SLT-A65. The entire galleries are provided at Sony T99 Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony T99 enjoys outside dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony A65 has dimensions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony T99 versus Sony A65 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the T99 vs the A65.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the T99 and A65 is 96 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the T99 and A65.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The T99 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony A65 will provide extra detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged T99 will be behind in sensor tech.