Nikon Z50 vs Sony TX20

Here is a extended overview of the Nikon Z50 versus Sony TX20, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and TX20 (16MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and TX20 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The Z50 was announced 7 years later than the TX20 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z50 grades versus the TX20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z50 provides exterior measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the Z50 and the TX20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Z50 and TX20 is 74 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z50 and TX20.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z50 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon Z50 will offer you more detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer Z50 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.