The Sony HX99! The MOST UNIQUE 4k Pocket Camera?!

[@moofushu]

The only thing missing from this camera review is the obvious - no mention at all of still pictures taken from the CAMERA. Its not a video camcorder, its a camera and you failed to mention or show any still pictures taken with this CAMERA. No shots of it in bright sun, or low light, no print reproduction - nothing.

[@kyoshimadoshi]

1:39

[@BK42Cycles]

Mate your video quality are getting really improved! Amazing! Very nice and interesting camera. I didn't know that as well.. thanks man

[@TheEverydayDad]

Thanks so much! 😁👍

[@Carolyne_games]

For people who really care about quality in stills in a compact I think the RX is still the way to go, especially since the 1/2.3 sensor size in the HX really doesn’t make it much better than modern smartphones. That said, the zoom on the HX is crazy and the feature set Sony crammed into this thing is fantastic. For those who want a small and light travel camera that can zoom reliably the HX is amazing for its price!

[@eddyg1794]

I think the excellent autofocus/eye tracking is better than a smartphone as well.

[@JerickaLewis]

Can you post a link of the RX please? I’m torn between this camera or a canon m200 for the size❤

[@Unsophie]

Hey, im not sure if you´re still active here. But I want to buy a point and shoot for concerts. My first thought would be the RX100 but I tested this one (HX99) in the electronic shop and I think, good zoom would be important? because I cant stay in line for every concert at 8 am. What would you recommend - because i need good quality and good zoom. Also i Have an Iphone 15 Pro - so the Fokus would be on Photos.

[@e_Dave]

I was looking for a new vlogging camera on B&H, came across the HX99, and decided "Hmm, that seems like a good deal. Let me check KZbin to make sure this is what I need." And lo and behold, what should appear first but your review? I legitimately said out loud "Yes! The Everyday Dad made a video on it!" Your videos always help me with deciding what cameras I need. I ended up getting a Lumix G85 based on your recommendations, and I absolutely love it. I'm most likely going to save up some money to buy this too. Thanks, man!

[@g0mhc]

I purchased this camera as soon as it was released, couldn't wait. It had everything I wanted in a compact camera plus it captured RAW images, yippeeeee? Well NO. OK it shoots RAW but no support in Lightroom or Photoshop, yet, but worst of all was the image quality. It wan't just poor it was abysmal. Even at 100iso there was noise visible unless you were in very bright sunlight. I compared the HX99 with my old SX260HS and the 260 came out tops for image quality EVERY TIME. After five days trying and trying hoping it was me at fault I sent it back for a refund. If you value image quality don't waste your money on this camera.

[@avengersracing]

Watched this when u first posted the video and 5 years later have the sony rx100vii!! Thank u for all ur amazing videos , helped me with my first good camera investment

[@TexpatOTG]

I already bought my HX99 and will pick it up in Kuala Lumpur when I renew my Vietnam visa in Dec.I have an HX90v and HX9. I plan to keep all of them to hand to people to shoot when I need an extra shooter. The video from these cameras matches my Alpha-series cameras with a little tweaking.

[@CamilleLasbleiz]

Hey, I am looking to buy this camera to go to Malaysia. Does it work great under a tropical climate? 😊 thank you!

[@TexpatOTG]

@@CamilleLasbleiz Haven't had any problems with it. Great cameras.

[@CamilleLasbleiz]

@@TexpatOTG Awesome! I was bit afraid of humidity with this camera. Thank you for your answer 😁

[@alancruzr]

It would be perfect with an external mic option 😬

[@LoverOfTech]

Let me comment at 2:30 this camera basically has a smartphone size sensor in a point and shot. Interesting, means the processor doesn’t have to work as hard with the sensor read out. Let me continue watching💯

[@TheEverydayDad]

That’s very true, so it can have all those nice processor intense features that the sensor doesn’t need.

[@marcusi.7740]

Great work! Good script and extremely well-executed lighting. Keep up the fabulous work, Everyday Dad! Your videos are helpful for camera research.

[@TheEverydayDad]

Thanks so much! 😁👍

[@ZAKtalksTECH]

Think this would make a good down-shot camera for unboxings? I'm thinking of building a new rig and I need a camera to mount. Mounting my FDR-AX53 won't be possible, because of weight. The flip screen is most intriguing so I can see the down shot, without needing a separate monitor.

[@TheEverydayDad]

I wouldn’t use this for primarily indoor videos. I’d get a used rx100v or you could get a brand new a5100 for less then this camera right now with the holiday deals. This will have a LOT of noise indoors and I would only really recommend it for majority outdoor use.

[@rockrl98]

a5100 is also pretty bad indoors...

[@j.r.regenold9094]

I ordered the HX99, wife inherits my HX90v. Both of us will have great super-zoom travel cameras ... for less than one RX100 with a stubby zoom.

[@TheEverydayDad]

Nice! I hope it works out for you 😁👍

[@jpmccormac]

Thanks for the real world review. After four years of using the HX80, which is the cheap little brother to the HX99 I decided to spring for the HX99. It's been out of stock EVERYWHERE for months, but Amazon finally got new ones in stock, sort of.... They filled my order but won't ship the HX99 until mid-October. Oh well, I can wait a bit longer. 🙃

[@tpar83]

Sounds like a nice pocket camera to take with you to concerts

[@PhotoGearFun]

This one was in my radar up until today when I got a great deal on the rx100 v. I have the new Canon SX740 which is very similar to this so I have the 4k super zoom travel camera covered. That Canon SX740 is a bit of a sleeper. May be one of the best values around. Seems this may be a close second or maybe a bit better. I was impressed with the Canon on a recent trip to Disney.

[@TheEverydayDad]

Yeah that’s kind of the conclusion of Wednesday’s video is both are great but if you can find a great deal on a used rx100v go with that. Unless you need the extra zoom range 👍

[@andrewrasmussen8239]

i’m abt to buy one of those u mentioned. which would u say i buy for decent photo and video. (not particularly zoom)

[@ameture-fotografer]

Great review as always! If I can make a small recommendation when it comes to the lighting in your video. I really like how your studio footage looks without the purple background color. When you turned it off at around 7:45 to me that was a better looking footage. Good luck!

[@VehicleVirals]

I'm too late, the camera is already out of stock :(

[@RenEdgeX]

You need to check the Canon sx740hs better image quality and image stabilization for -$45.00

[@Dia1Up]

Very close that is, only difference I can find is the Canon has a crop on 4k

[@curtisnocap3617]

great review , great presentation and context 🔥 this helped me decide on what vlogging cameras i should get

[@atefgilly6962]

I am very confused! Which one chose Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70, Sony HX90 or Canon SX730 HS? I like taking pictures and not interested in video and do not know which camera I chose? Please help.

[@Videhomage]

Does it have clean HDMI out?.... Actually I just confirmed that it “does” according to the Sony manual, for those who livestream. Thanks for great vids!

[@ImprovingAbility]

I love the comparison! Really useful for small KZbinrs to see how a cheaper camera performs to a 2000+ $ setup. Probably performs the same as the DJI Osmo Pocket would indoors? No KZbinr made a DJI Osmo Pocket indoors / studio setup test yet.

[@Dia1Up]

I shoot shutter priority when in video. I stick to 180 degree ish. I do actually like the look of that 4k. Its not over sharpened like cell phones, and gopros do

[@TheEverydayDad]

Yeah I was pretty impressed with the video quality in the camera. 😁👍

[@Dia1Up]

Just thought I would let you know I put an order in for one of these mostly because of this video. I had a hero 7 black on hold, but I payed the $50 more for this. I don't need the rugged, I just wanted a camera to take everywhere with me all the time that had good video. The no pixel binning was a huge plus on the hx99

[@KennyTjahyadi]

Been thinkin.. should i picked rx100v and this (hx99) , instead of rx100vi ? 😅

[@TheEverydayDad]

It depends on what you need. I really like the rx100vi but you get more range with the hx99 👍

[@sidhant251]

Indoor with hx99 you changed the lighting. Not an honest comparison then.

[@TrephineArtist]

What's better this or the Panasonic Lumix TZ95/ZS80?

[@Burzcasts]

You never tested one of the most important things.... Video stabilisation!

[@JGibbs]

Brother you make awesome videos!! I actually like the camera you reviews in this video and may grab one as a second camera!! Thanks for the great content. Subbed!

[@ChrisParayno]

this is a camera i want to like for the zoom. i already have rx100 iv which ive been happy with. the smaller sensor though.....

[@TheEverydayDad]

Yeah it’s pretty rough indoors but outside it’s awesome 😁👍

[@andreika6681]

rx100 mk3 and above beats the crap out of ten h99 any time.. on all levels (even pricewise, 'cuz in 2021 ppl sell their v. good cond used rx100 mk4,5 for mere $20-50 more than h99...) the only thing i hate about these little sonies (i'm using my 3rd rx100, i had mk1, mk3, m5 now, i walk around w/ rx100 on my belt 365 days a year) - somehow they are all fragile in my hands (or sony folks are too good in programmed obsolescence) - all my rx100 ended up having some pb. now mk5 is driving me nuts 'cuz its lens curtains get stuck all the time on start up, i have to flip 'em with finger et to fix that i'd need to change the whole lens block (at min ~100€ total in parts & work). and as the parts on these cam look very much the same, i'd suspect h99 be same crappy in sturdiness after intensive use

[@dhanyaudupa1391]

I need a little help. I'm debating on whether to get the GoPro Hero 7 Black or the Hx99. I know they're both from 2 very different types of cameras but like I want a compact camera that has good audio and very clean footage. But it must also be able to record those rant videos I make from time to time. Any thoughts?

[@destinb5043]

I’m looking for a camera, I’m a beginner in photography and I don’t have a high budget. I am looking for a point and short with video capabilities. I have no idea what to do, could you please help me.

[@InventionTherapy]

800 shutter speed on video? That makes for a very choppy motion picture. 60-120 is best. You need some blur between frames even on modern cameras.

[@kwm576]

1. How is battery life compare to rx100 series when you record in 4k? 2. 4k recording time limited as 5 mins as rx100? Nice review!

[@jaybellini6974]

Hi everyone! The specifications for the HX-99 at the Sony website, Amazon, BH, etc... reads that the SHUTTER SPEED on Manual mode vary from 30 seconds to 1/2000, however I can't go below 1/4... Am I doing something wrong? Thanks!

[@sue08401]

The advantage of shooting in 4k is you can stabilize post and the cropped picture is still 1080. and if not moving save sd space with 1080 which you will use to post video anyway

[@JoelHansen]

How long can it record 4k video?

[@user-ur2ri5bv2r]

I checked other reviews and it limits to 5 mins. The other reviewers said that hx99 does not have the over heating issues tho

[@JoelHansen]

@@user-ur2ri5bv2r thanks!

[@Scott2436]

Spend 50 bucks more and get the Canon G7x Mark II. What do you think? Comparison video? The canon has a 1 inch sensor for better image quality and low light and the image stabilization blows the Sony RX line away. Only downside is no 4K. Thoughts?

[@TheEverydayDad]

It depends on what you need, if you need the 4K then it would do as well. But I’m sure the g7 mark ii has a decent image (I’ve never used one personally)

[@ChrisParayno]

but does it have the zoom. its a different category then the rx line

[@oxygenineed]

So excited to get my hands on this camera. Big Sony fan and love all the new features compared to my older model which I used for concerts.

[@PabloRubio]

Since i use a camcorder. The fiddlines issues almost desapeared.

[@TheEverydayDad]

Yeah I need a try a camcorder out here soon 👍

[@PabloRubio]

@@TheEverydayDad try the Sony ax53 or ax700

[@PabloRubio]

@@TheEverydayDad by the way, greettings from Perú!!!

[@netcruzer]

OMG they left the damn HDMI port on the bottom beside the tripod jack. TRIGGERED!! Design fail. I have a HX50 and HX80. 50 is a tank. 80/90 is same design as this 99, but no touch screen or microscope slot on previous models.

[@TheEverydayDad]

Yeah that’s a pretty bad choice in my opinion, you can really attach it to anything with where it’s located 🤷‍♂️

[@TheEverydayDad]

Yeah that’s a pretty bad choice in my opinion, you can really attach it to anything with where it’s located 🤷‍♂️

[@RebeccaMeyer]

Netcruzer RC TECH CARS use my hx80 all the time...still love it.

[@brakmaster]

Because who doesn't want to use magnification on the atomic level! (i think you meant microphone)

[@andreaswinkelholz6694]

Nice Video i have the Sony rx 100 m3 and i don’t now if i shoud Upgrade???

[@TerryWarfield]

Dude this is actually a compelling buy...minus the slow lens...but for outdoor vlogging...this is killer

[@dvlarry]

1/4 the sensor size of RX100 , 18.2 megapixels on a 1/2.3" sensor, kinda like a good phonecam . I'm not interested. The thing going for it is if u like to shoot long zoom.

[@aviatorman8]

Good review. I like Sony phone, cameras, TVs and everything Sony! Do you have still samples out of this shooter?

[@ahmedaldulaimy8499]

A very wonderful and small camera, but I do not recommend using it in low light at all. I use a mobile phone much better, but in the daytime it is good and may beat the iPhone 14 Pro Max at some times.

[@hanumangarhbadshah6908]

Hello sir..Can it use for make vines videos..Comedy video..How much is cost according indian rupees..Is it really has 4k quality..And can it use usb in mobile

[@chrislauterbach8856]

By B camera has been DSC-WX500. It's an older cousin, with several of the same features. These Sony point and shoot cameras are great back ups as well as handy B roll cameras. BTW: I bought a 5 year service contract and have yet to use it, and my camera has been in service over 3 years. Only complaint about these is that the screen will scratch over the years because it is flush with the back.

[@jasonlawrence8302]

the construction is just fine, what have you been smoking?!?!

[@NitroJonScience]

Beautiful review. My personal Sony favourite is the RX10 II, but, I'm devoted to the Canon M50, honestly...

[@FatTraction]

Great video. Any chance you could do a comparison video between the hx99 and the fdr-x3000. Which is the best budget video camera?

[@ilikefishbro8148]

Great content...turns out there just isn't very many camera nerds

[@Sanre]

Buying this for Christmas

[@ZXTech]

The hx99 and wx800 are wayyyyt more value than the rx100 cos their video is great and can come close while costing way less

[@jdchan1036]

Great review, just wandering if it has a microphone jack/input?

[@udoderunformige1250]

To add a more photography related point: I think this camera doesn't shoot raw pictures, they are just for the RX100 series. So if you look for a camera which can do those raw photos, probably look elsewhere. But if you mostly want the video features, this camera probably will be fine.

[@yemilymeza5622]

Hi what would you suggest that’s good for both ?? & not too expensive 😭

[@DungarooTV]

The stabilization and colour science is similar to the Sony WX500 (minus the 4K of course). Stabilization is terrible and colour a bit white-washed.

[@forbebe]

When you are videoing with the HX99, if you zoom, will you hear the camera motor while you're zooming when you play it back? Also, how long can you record with it without it shutting down on its own? Can you record an entire 20 minute set without it shutting down? Thanks!

[@the-papaw]

You do great videos, I could use a little help, I was looking at the HX99, then I ran across the Panasonic Lumix ZS80/TZ95. Do you have any opinions on the Lumix compared to the HX99??

[@sortebill]

You should do some sound treatment to the room you record in, it will improve your audio quality. I do enjoy your videos, just a tip. Keep up the good work :)

[@richiehimes7990]

Um ok... another NICE camera from Sony but... overhearing? Mic in? It seems like the. a5100 MKII Buy or no buy?

[@susandenell3982]

I love the retractable viewfinder because I cannot see the LCD screen in bright light and it shoots in RAW.

[@damasovi_travels1244]

super cool!! very complete and I am almost at I do! lol!! Thank you for the video review

[@itsleahmarie]

hello i wanted to ask if u can do a video on how rto import videos from yoour camera to your laptop

[@Moondog9322]

I just got one this week. Nice hat, BTW. O-H !!!

[@CJH0614]

Congrats getting 50K Subscribers

[@MrKennyblv]

does it have external mic connection

[@a.gphotographyagri2975]

Would you recommend this for agri photography?

[@MuvoTX]

As a vlog-cam, image stabilization seems a little lacking.... other than that seems like a great setup.

[@TheSookean]

Have you thought about testing a Canon SX70 HS for point and shoot cameras? I wonder how it would fair for your uses...and zoom on it is massive.

[@KarolMurawski]

HX99 is simply a smartphone camera with optical zoom.

[@RobShaffer]

How did you continue to get good sound when you were walking around with the HX99? You use a lav or something??

[@xjet]

Unique is an absolute... you can't have more or less unique. Either something is unique or it is not. Sigh! :-)

[@SwagVell]

Can u connect mic to the camera?

[@RedBearAK]

Constructive criticism: Your video skills are good, but your audio segments are not normalized to the same volume levels, and the background music at times overwhelms your voice.

[@rashb3994]

Didn't notice any of that. Here's some constructive criticism for you. You're being nit picky! 😅

[@cjohn64]

About the flip screen, Yes. I hated that about the RX100, like come on Sony, I can see the bottom of the flip up screen. I love my a5100.

[@redboltvideoandphotography6813]

I love how you say all the time you're not professional and yet you use a big ol' C200. The best kind of overkill.

[@TheEverydayDad]

Yeah but the camera doesn’t make the person and I’m probably going to sell the c200, we’re not meshing well.

[@redboltvideoandphotography6813]

Yea i can imagine it's pretty fidgety for KZbin. This upcoming year I want to get a cinema camera for professional use.

[@82werk72]

is it possible to use a external mic?

[@Blacklogic]

no

[@jfgd6146]

Do you think have any sense to buy this camera at 2021?

[@vishnudev1045]

Should I pick hx 99 or lumix tz 90

[@sherwinh1661]

how is the optical zoom and video stabilization? i am looking for a compact prank video camera (zoom far, image stable, compact)

[@BAPAKABUPATEN]

Support catalysh browse?

[@MaximKachurovskiy]

These days there are 40$ cameras doing 4k, but just like with megapixels before, what matters is how those pixels look like. Here the colors and contrast are quite bad e.g. after 4:30.

[@smalldeekgeorge]

It's 2022 I just need flat image without noise reduction and sharpening in camera!!

[@Jagdeshchellani]

I think this is gonna be my new cam

[@LongHoanginh]

I have RX0, it uses microsd card. Before RX0, I used QX1 which also used microsd card. So in summary, all my cameras use micro sd card. For me, that's normal.

[@hasnatsakib7223]

Is it better than smartphone??

[@HarvyDangerFilms]

Great review. When I saw the specs on this, I was blown away. For the price point, I thought it would sink the Canon G7x and Sony Rx 100’s

[@snojie67]

such a good video and a little question what the name of the background music??

[@antoniocoloprisco8790]

Panasonic lumix lx100 mark 2 is way better with micro 4/3 sensor and even the lx15 is better at tre sale price of this

[@FreedomOfSport]

Where is your zoom though.

[@eddyg1794]

I question can the HX99 shoot in raw format?

[@shadowsonthedust]

Do you know of any good quality point and shoots with a microphone jack?

[@MattieCooper10000]

Does it only have a micro card slot?

[@kennieMusicLovers]

...how's this camera compare to Canon G7 Mark II ?

[@Vladislav88888888]

Sorry,Is it possible to pause when shooting a video?

[@FreedomOfSport]

Would get one, if it was half the price. Ridiculous pricing these days.

[@mdtrek]

Are you going to post your live stream from Saturday on your TEDD live channel?

[@brakmaster]

Hi really enjoy your content and hate to be bringing this up again but please try and get rid of those blotches of grain in your talking heads segment. It's not apparent on the Sony so must be your A cam. Either your color grade is not holding up or something else.

[@workfasts]

Please video zoom in out to test the focus speed

[@NepaleseArts]

Does it support external microphone

[@2edDev]

where can i buy the correct micro sd cards