Sony A7S II vs Sony TX5

On this page, we will be contrasting the Sony A7S II versus Sony TX5, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are produced by Sony. The resolution of the A7S II (12MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the A7S II (Full frame) and TX5 (1/2.4") posses totally different sensor size.

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The A7S II was launched 5 years after the TX5 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the A7S II grades versus the TX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha A7S II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The complete galleries are available at Sony A7S II Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony A7S II comes with exterior measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs) whilst the Sony TX5 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Sony A7S II versus Sony TX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the A7S II compared to the TX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A7S II and TX5 is 68 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A7S II and TX5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A7S II due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony A7S II will show extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern A7S II is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.