Sony A100 vs Sony TX9

Below is a in-depth overview of the Sony A100 vs Sony TX9, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Ultracompact and both are created by Sony. The image resolution of the A100 (10MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is very well matched but the A100 (APS-C) and TX9 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The A100 was launched 4 years before the TX9 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the A100 scores versus the TX9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A100 Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony A100 provides outer measurements of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs) and the Sony TX9 has dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Sony A100 vs Sony TX9 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the A100 and the TX9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A100 and TX9 is 64 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A100 and TX9.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The A100 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony TX9 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older A100 is going to be behind in sensor technology.