Sony A7 II vs Sony TX1

In this article, we will be reviewing the Sony A7 II versus Sony TX1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the A7 II (24MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the A7 II (Full frame) and TX1 (1/2.4") come with different sensor sizes.

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The A7 II was announced 5 years after the TX1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A7 II grades against the TX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha A7 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The whole galleries are provided at Sony A7 II Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Sony A7 II offers outside measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the A7 II vs the TX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A7 II and TX1 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The picture below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A7 II and TX1.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A7 II with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony A7 II will show more detail with its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger A7 II provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.