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Sony A7 vs Sony TX55

Portability
78
Imaging
71
Features
80
Overall
74
Sony Alpha A7 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 front
Portability
97
Imaging
39
Features
46
Overall
41

Sony A7 vs Sony TX55 Key Specs

Sony A7
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 50 - 25600
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
  • Released January 2014
  • Later Model is Sony A7 II
Sony TX55
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
  • 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
  • Announced July 2011
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Sony A7 vs Sony TX55 Overview

Here, we are comparing the Sony A7 and Sony TX55, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the A7 (24MP) and TX55 (16MP) and the A7 (Full frame) and TX55 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The A7 was unveiled 2 years later than the TX55 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the A7 scores against the TX55 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Sony TX55

 A7 TX55 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014July 2011Fresher by 31 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display

Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Sony A7

 TX55 A7 
Display size3.3"3"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Sony A7 and Sony TX55

 A7 TX55 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Display resolution1230k1230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Sony A7 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony A7 features physical measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check the Sony A7 and Sony TX55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the A7 and the TX55.

Sony A7 vs Sony TX55 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A7 and TX55 is 78 and 97 respectively.

Sony A7 vs Sony TX55 top view buttons comparison

Sony A7 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A7 and TX55.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A7 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony A7 will deliver extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent A7 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Sony A7 vs Sony TX55 sensor size comparison

Sony A7 vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony A7 vs Sony TX55 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony A7 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony TX55 as a Portrait photography camera
82
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
comes with face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
36
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Sony A7 as a Street photography camera
Sony TX55 as a Street photography camera
79
screen tilts
sensor size is big (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
weather proofing
lighter than competitors (474g)
above average ISO range (25,600)
lack of image stabilization
58
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sony A7
Sports photography with Sony TX55
66
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
weather proofing
sensor has phase detect autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
low battery life (340 shots)
44
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
great battery pack (250 CIPA)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Sony A7 Travel photography details
Sony TX55 Travel photography details
69
lighter than competitors (474g)
weather proofing
megapixel count decent (24MP)
low battery life (340 per charge)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
69
great battery pack (250 shots)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony A7 Landscape photography info
Sony TX55 Landscape photography info
76
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3")
megapixel count decent (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
above average ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW files
weather proofing
lack of image stabilization
low battery life (340 per charge)
50
has manual focus
pretty wide (26mm)
screen is a decent size (3.3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
great battery pack (250 shots)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony A7 as a Vlogging camera
Sony TX55 as a Vlogging camera
36
comes with face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes external microphone socket
lighter than competitors (474g)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
34
pretty wide (26mm)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no mic port
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Sony A7 vs Sony TX55 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony A7 and Sony TX55
 Sony Alpha A7Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55
General Information
Company Sony Sony
Model Sony Alpha A7 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55
Type Pro Mirrorless Ultracompact
Released 2014-01-22 2011-07-24
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Bionz X BIONZ
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 35.8 x 23.9mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 855.6mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 25600 3200
Lowest native ISO 50 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 117 9
Cross focus points 25 -
Lens
Lens mount Sony E fixed lens
Lens focal range - 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.5-4.8
Macro focus distance - 3cm
Total lenses 121 -
Focal length multiplier 1 5.8
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3.3"
Resolution of screen 1,230 thousand dot 1,230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology Xtra Fine LCD XtraFine OLED display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,359 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.71x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 5.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 3.70 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/250 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, AVCHD MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 474g (1.04 pounds) 109g (0.24 pounds)
Physical dimensions 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 90 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 24.8 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 14.2 not tested
DXO Low light score 2248 not tested
Other
Battery life 340 shots 250 shots
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-FW50 NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting With downloadable app
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $798 $350