Sony TX100V vs Sony A99

Its time to take a closer look at the Sony TX100V and Sony A99, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are produced by Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the TX100V (16MP) and A99 (24MP) and the TX100V (1/2.3") and A99 (Full frame) boast different sensor measurements.

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The TX100V was introduced 23 months prior to the A99 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TX100V scores vs the A99 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V and Sony SLT-A99. The whole galleries are provided at Sony TX100V Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX100V has physical dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony A99 has dimensions of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Contrast the Sony TX100V and Sony A99 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the TX100V against the A99.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TX100V and A99 is 95 and 57 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX100V and A99.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TX100V with its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A99 will resolve greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older TX100V is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.