Sony A230 vs Sony TX9
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Sony A230 vs Sony TX9 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Revealed July 2010
Sony A230 vs Sony TX9 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Sony A230 versus Sony TX9, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are built by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A230 (10MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is relatively similar but the A230 (APS-C) and TX9 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A230 was introduced 13 months earlier than the TX9 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the A230 matches up against the TX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony A230 vs Sony TX9 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are provided at Sony A230 Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A230 over the Sony TX9
A230 | TX9 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Sony A230
TX9 | A230 | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | May 2009 | Newer by 13 months | |
Screen size | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony A230 and Sony TX9
A230 | TX9 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Sony A230 vs Sony TX9 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Sony A230 has got exterior measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") having a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs) while the Sony TX9 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Sony A230 versus Sony TX9 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the A230 compared to the TX9.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A230 and TX9 is 69 and 95 respectively.
Sony A230 vs Sony TX9 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A230 and TX9.
To sum up, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The A230 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony TX9 will offer you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A230 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Sony A230 vs Sony TX9 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-05-18 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 143 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 490 grams (1.08 pounds) | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 97 x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 531 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-FH50 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $569 | $799 |