Sony WX70 vs Sony A99

Here, we will be reviewing the Sony WX70 versus Sony A99, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the WX70 (16MP) and A99 (24MP) and the WX70 (1/2.3") and A99 (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The WX70 was brought out 10 months before the A99 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony WX70 being a Compact camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the WX70 matches up vs the A99 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 and Sony SLT-A99. The entire galleries are available at Sony WX70 Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony WX70 provides outer dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Sony A99 has proportions of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony WX70 versus Sony A99 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the WX70 vs the A99.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WX70 and A99 is 97 and 57 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WX70 and A99.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WX70 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Sony A99 will provide greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged WX70 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.