Kodak M320 vs Sony TX20
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Kodak M320 vs Sony TX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 34-102mm (F2.8-5.1) lens
- 155g - 97 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched February 2012
Kodak M320 vs Sony TX20 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Kodak M320 and Sony TX20, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Kodak and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the M320 (9MP) and TX20 (16MP) and the M320 (1/2.5") and TX20 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe M320 was introduced 4 years prior to the TX20 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the M320 grades vs the TX20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Kodak M320 vs Sony TX20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M320 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak M320 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M320 over the Sony TX20
M320 | TX20 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Kodak M320
TX20 | M320 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | January 2009 | Newer by 38 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Kodak M320 and Sony TX20
M320 | TX20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Kodak M320 vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Kodak M320 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak M320 and Sony TX20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the M320 against the TX20.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M320 and TX20 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Kodak M320 vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M320 and TX20.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M320 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony TX20 will offer you extra detail using its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged M320 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Kodak M320 vs Sony TX20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak M320 vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Kodak | Sony |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3472 x 2604 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 34-102mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 lbs) | 133g (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 60 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 250 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7001 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $39 | $330 |