Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony TX9

Following is a thorough review of the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sony TX9, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was introduced 17 months after the TX9 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 3D1 matches up versus the TX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic 3D1 has outer measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

See the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sony TX9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the 3D1 compared to the TX9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and TX9 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The image here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and TX9.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of files but you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent 3D1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.