Sony A300 vs Sony TX5

Here, we will be analyzing the Sony A300 vs Sony TX5, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Sony. The resolution of the A300 (10MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the A300 (APS-C) and TX5 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The A300 was introduced 3 years earlier than the TX5 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the A300 matches up versus the TX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The whole galleries are available at Sony A300 Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony A300 provides external measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs) and the Sony TX5 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the A300 vs the TX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A300 and TX5 is 64 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The graphic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A300 and TX5.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The A300 contains the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh easier. The older A300 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.