Casio TRYX vs Sony TX9
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Casio TRYX vs Sony TX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21mm (F2.8) lens
- n/ag - 122 x 58 x 15mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Revealed July 2010
Casio TRYX vs Sony TX9 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Casio TRYX versus Sony TX9, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TRYX (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe TRYX was introduced 7 months later than the TX9 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the TRYX grades vs the TX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio TRYX vs Sony TX9 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim TRYX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are provided at Casio TRYX Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio TRYX over the Sony TX9
TRYX | TX9 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | July 2010 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Casio TRYX
TX9 | TRYX | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 461k | Sharper display (+461k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio TRYX and Sony TX9
TRYX | TX9 |
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Casio TRYX vs Sony TX9 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio TRYX enjoys outer dimensions of 122mm x 58mm x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony TX9 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Casio TRYX versus Sony TX9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the TRYX versus the TX9.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TRYX and TX9 is 99 and 95 respectively.
Casio TRYX vs Sony TX9 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TRYX and TX9.
As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images but you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger TRYX should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Casio TRYX vs Sony TX9 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Casio TRYX vs Sony TX9 Specifications
Casio Exilim TRYX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim TRYX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 21mm (1x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/8s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 149 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 58 x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $689 | $799 |