• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.1 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 120.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Sony DSC-T99 advantages over Nikon W300

  • Thinner
    16 mm vs 29 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    121g vs 231g
    Lighter weight

Nikon W300 advantages over Sony DSC-T99

  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 720p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/2.8 vs f/3.5
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • More telephoto lens reach
    120 mm vs 100 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 280 vs 230 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Newer
    7 years vs 14 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More dots on screen
    921k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Longer exposure
    25 vs 2 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    7.0 fps vs 0.7 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    5 vs 2 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/4000 vs 1/1600 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 3200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Nikon S80

Sony DSC-T99
Nikon S80
  • $169
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $172
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • HDMI out
Nikon W300
Nikon S80
  • $387
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $172
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Thinner

Compared to Sony DSC-TX10

Sony DSC-T99
Sony DSC-TX10
  • $169
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $330
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Fast startup
Nikon W300
Sony DSC-TX10
  • $387
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $330
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight

Compared to Sony DSC-T110

Sony DSC-T99
Sony DSC-T110
  • $169
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $220
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Faster JPEG shooting
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
Nikon W300
Sony DSC-T110
  • $387
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $220
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight

Compared to Nikon AW120

Sony DSC-T99
Nikon AW120
  • $169
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $219
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Larger lens aperture
Nikon W300
Nikon AW120
  • $387
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $219
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life

Compared to Nikon AW130

Sony DSC-T99
Nikon AW130
  • $169
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
  • Lighter weight
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-camera panoramas
Nikon W300
Nikon AW130
  • $387
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • NFC
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