Sony A290 vs Sony TX30

Let's take a closer look at the Sony A290 vs Sony TX30, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are created by Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the A290 (14MP) and TX30 (18MP) and the A290 (APS-C) and TX30 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The A290 was launched 4 years earlier than the TX30 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A290 scores versus the TX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A290 Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony A290 offers external dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") having a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the A290 and the TX30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A290 and TX30 is 66 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A290 and TX30.

To sum up, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A290 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony TX30 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged A290 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.