Canon M10 vs Sony TX1

Below is a thorough review of the Canon M10 versus Sony TX1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the M10 (18MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the M10 (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") use totally different sensor size.

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The M10 was revealed 6 years later than the TX1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the M10 matches up vs the TX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are provided at Canon M10 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon M10 features physical measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony TX1 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon M10 versus Sony TX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the M10 against the TX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M10 and TX1 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The graphic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M10 and TX1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M10 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon M10 will provide greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer M10 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.