Casio TRYX vs Sony TX20

Here is a detailed overview of the Casio TRYX and Sony TX20, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the TRYX (12MP) and TX20 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TRYX was brought out 13 months before the TX20 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the TRYX matches up vs the TX20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim TRYX & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are provided at Casio TRYX Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio TRYX offers outside measurements of 122mm x 58mm x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the TRYX against the TX20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TRYX and TX20 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TRYX and TX20.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony TX20 to produce greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older TRYX will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.