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The Sony DSC-HX99 is a compact powerhouse featuring an 18.2 MP sensor paired with a ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 24-720mm high magnification zoom lens. It delivers professional-grade 4K UHD video with full pixel readout, advanced Eye AF, and a versatile 180° tiltable touchscreen. Designed for on-the-go creators, it combines rugged durability with cutting-edge imaging technology to capture stunning photos and videos in any environment.
| Metering Methods | Center-Weighted Average, Multi, Spot |
| Exposure Control | Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| White Balance Settings | Auto, Incandescent, Daylight, Color Temperature, Fluorescent, Custom, Cloudy, Flash torch, Shade |
| Self Timer | 2 seconds, 10 seconds, 5 seconds |
| Crop Mode | 4:3 |
| Screen Size | 3 Inches |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dots Per Screen | 921,600 dots pixels |
| Display Fixture Type | Tilting |
| Touch Screen Type | Capacitive |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 921,600 dots Pixels |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Flash Memory Type | Micro SD |
| Memory Slots Available | 1 |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 32 GB |
| Recording Capacity | 30 minutes |
| Write Speed | High-speed |
| Flash Memory Speed Class | 10 |
| Flash Memory UHS Speed Class | UHS Speed Class 3 |
| Flash Memory Video Speed Class | Class 10 or U1 |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | UHS-I |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
| File Format | RAW, JPEG |
| Effective Still Resolution | 1 MP |
| JPEG Quality Level | Fine |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG, RAW |
| Total Still Resolution | 18.2 MP |
| Maximum Focal Length | 24 Millimeters |
| Optical Zoom | 30 x |
| Lens Type | Wide Angle |
| Zoom | Digital Zoom |
| Camera Lens | ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 24-720mm High Magnification Zoom Lens |
| Minimum Focal Length | 720 Millimeters |
| Real Angle Of View | 31.7 Degrees |
| Lens Correction Type | Peripheral Illumination |
| Focal Length Description | 4.2 to 118mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 24 to 720mm) |
| Digital Zoom | 60 |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Lens Construction | 11 Elements in 10 Groups |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI D (Micro), USB Micro-B (USB 2.0) |
| Wireless Technology | Wi-FiBluetooth |
| Video Output | Micro-HDMI |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| Shooting Modes | Auto; intelligent auto; superior auto; program auto; aperture priority; shutter speed priority; manual exposure; memory recall 1,2; movie mode; sweep panorama; scene selection |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Night vision | No |
| Auto Focus Technology | Eye Detection |
| Focus Features | Autofocus |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Focus Mode | Single-Servo AF (AF-S) |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Compatible Mountings | Zeiss |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Maximum Aperture | 3.5 Millimeters |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 80 |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 18.2 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1-inch 32nds |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/2000 seconds |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Special Feature | Shockproof, Temperature Extremes, Waterproof, X-Ray Proof |
| Color | Black |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Pounds |
| Video Resolution | 4K UHD 2160p |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, OLED Tru-Finder™ |
| Flash Modes | Auto, Fill In, Flash On, Off, Rear Sync, Slow Sync |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Specific Uses For Product | Videography, Photography |
| Continuous Shooting | 10 fps |
| Aperture modes | 3.5-6.4 |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 or 1/250 |
| Video Capture Format | 4K, HD |
| Expanded ISO Maximum | 6400 |
| Battery Weight | 0.7 Grams |
| Delay between shots | 0.1 seconds |
| Audio Output Type | Internal Speaker |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
| Guide Number | ISO Auto1 to 17.7' / 0.3 to 5.4 m (Wide)8.2 to 9.8' / 2.5 to 3 m (Telephoto) |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion |
S**L
Perfect for traveling. Get extra batteries, you'll need them.
I took this on a month long overseas trip. And I've used it around my workshop to make videos.GOOD: The flip up display for use from in front of the camera is great. The video quality is good, and so is the picture quality PROVIDED there's enough light. There are a zillion options to tweak the shots, I'm sure I've only scraped the surface with them. The zoom is pretty amazing and the auto-stabilization works really well. The thing is really tiny and convenient to move around.NOT SO GOOD: The low-light capabilities are pretty atrocious to be honest, and this is widely reported in other reviews and I knew this before I bought it. There's occasions when it struggles to focus even in good light but that's autofocus for you. It does go through batteries, on average I used 3 a day when traveling, just taking happy snaps of things I saw.TERRIBLE : The wireless/phone interface transfer stuff is truly 18th century and Sony should be embarrassed by it. Without any doubt the only real way to transfer stuff from the camera is to yank out the memory card and plug it into a laptop. I'm glad I bought a huge memory card because if I'd had to manage "remaining shots" on my trip by transferring to my phone it would have been a nightmare.SUMMARY: This is a highly functional, portable camera with good imaging quality and amazing zoom capabilities. Just don't expect to use it at night, without doubt your phone will do a better job.
P**D
Fantastic camera
I bought this as an upgrade for my son who gad a previous Sony superzoom that fell into the ocean. It was backordered a long time but worth the weight. Despite a small sensor, the images are great. Even when zoomed in there is virtually no barrel or ouncyshion and the images are incredibly sharp
S**Y
Great Travel Camera
This camera is a great travel camera because it is so lightweight. The pictures are good quality and the zoom is great, although it is a bit hard to hold steady at the long zoom, while trying to focus. I think that this is because it is so small and therefore, doesn't have a large grip. At the longest zoom, the pictures can be a bit grainy,if you don't have it focused exactly. Even then, you lose a bit of detail.As others have said, my iphone takes better pictures in low light.It has a wrist stap, but you really need to add something to the strap to tighten it a bit, or it can slip off your wrist, if your wrists are small.Because it can be a bit difficult to hold onto, I would definitely suggest buying the insurance plan. I recently, tripped on vacation and dropped mine. It was only a few months old. The insurance plan was easy to use and fixed it for free and it is working fine. I would have been sick, if I didn't have the insurance, since it was new.
C**R
Sony DSC-HX99 Compact Digital 18.2 MP Camera #pointAndShoot
Sony DSC-HX99 Compact Digital 18.2 MP Camera - excellent point and shoot camera. I was looking for a point and shoot - with** a Viewfinder as well as great zoom since I seldom get close enough to shoot close-ups now at my advanced age. This does the work for me. It will take a while to master all the menus and take advantage of all the features in the software... it's a lot to learn. That said - on Auto it takes great photos. Zoom is terrific and the clarity is as good and better! than my old 35mm SLR with telephoto. Sony has definitely done a stellar job with this camera including the Zeiss lens. #PointAndShoot#ZoomPerfection#ViewFinder
B**B
Likable camera, but not the best zoom photos
I have an iPhone 13 Pro. My Canon SX740 broke, so I was looking for a replacement long-zoom compact camera. I wanted to keep this small, convenient, and user-friendly camera with a good user guide! But the Sony night photos often did not focus, even when I set manual focus to infinity. The Sony does not have image stabilization, which is amazing for a long-zoom camera.Comparisons. The iPhone takes better photos in the day and at night. The Canon takes longer zoom photos that have better focus, so I returned the Sony. The Sony is slightly more usable than the Panasonic ZS80 with a more helpful user guide, online help guide, and PDF manual.
D**I
Great, tiny point and shoot travel camera.
What makes a great travel camera? Small size. Good picture quality. Flexible range. Good auto mode. Some manual controls. The Sony HX99 has all these features. Its hard to beat a tiny point and shoot that can fit in your pocket and can take everything from modestly wide landscapes to long telephoto shots. About the only strike against it might be the price. If you want a "take everywhere and do everything" camera that can out do your phone camera, I would recommend taking a good look at the HX99.
B**B
A Great Camera
I purchased this just before taking a trip to Maine and Canada and was absolutely thrilled with the results. It’s quick, has an amazing zoom, and takes great pictures. It’s replaced a year old, large RX10V IV Sony camera and an older Sony NXR and I’m convinced delivers equally good photos. The two things I’m not thrilled with is the interface with Apple products....just not intuitive; and the second is that it doesn’t appear to have the same ability to download Sony software to enhance the photography options and experience. Otherwise, a great...really great travel camera.
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