Sony A7 III vs Sony TX1

Below, we are evaluating the Sony A7 III vs Sony TX1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the A7 III (24MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the A7 III (Full frame) and TX1 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The A7 III was announced 8 years after the TX1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A7 III matches up versus the TX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A7 III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A7 III Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony A7 III has outer dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Sony A7 III vs Sony TX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the A7 III and the TX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A7 III and TX1 is 63 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The picture below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A7 III and TX1.

All in all, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A7 III having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony A7 III will provide you with extra detail with its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher A7 III should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.