Fujifilm X-M1 vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-M1 and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Fujifilm X-M1 was introduced in September 2013 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 was introduced in July 2010. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-M1 over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 over Fujifilm X-M1.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Fujifilm X-M1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 have 3.0" screens with 920k dot and 230k dot resolutions respectively. Fujifilm X-M1 has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 has a Fixed screen Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment

Fujifilm X-M1 features a 16.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS X-TRANS I sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 368.2 mm². Its native ISO range is 200 - 6,400. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 features a 14.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200.

Fujifilm X-M1 has CMOS X-TRANS I sensor

Fujifilm X-M1 is equipped with EXR Processor II processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like S: (3:2) 2496 x 1664 / (16:9) 2496 x 1408 / (1:1) 1664 x 1664 with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 is equipped with Bionz processor and can take pictures up to 4320 x 3240 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4320 x 2432, 3648 x 2736, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.

No Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm X-M1

There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm X-M1. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 has an image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X-M1

Fujifilm X-M1 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm X-M1 comes with NP-W126 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 comes with NP-BN1 battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Fujifilm X-M1 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X-M1, and up to 1/1250 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. Fujifilm X-M1 can shoot continuously up to 5.6 fps. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m at ISO 200 on Fujifilm X-M1 and 4.60 m on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. Fujifilm X-M1 also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on Fujifilm X-M1.

Fujifilm X-M1 body has dimensions of 117 x 67 x 39 mm (4.6 x 2.62 x 1.54") and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 body has dimensions of 93 x 56 x 17 mm (3.66 x 2.2 x 0.67"). Fujifilm X-M1 weighs 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 weighs 121 g (0.27 lb / 4.27 oz).

Fujifilm X-M1

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99

117 mm

67 mm

93 mm

56 mm

67 mm

56 mm