Pentax VS20 vs Sony TX1

Here is a detailed comparison of the Pentax VS20 versus Sony TX1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the VS20 (16MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the VS20 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") boast different sensor measurements.

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The VS20 was launched 2 years later than the TX1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the VS20 grades vs the TX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio VS20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax VS20 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax VS20 provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the VS20 vs the TX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the VS20 and TX1 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the VS20 and TX1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The VS20 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Pentax VS20 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger VS20 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.