Sony A390 vs Sony TX55

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Sony A390 vs Sony TX55, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the A390 (14MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the A390 (APS-C) and TX55 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The A390 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the TX55 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A390 grades versus the TX55 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A390 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony A390 has got outside dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony TX55 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A390 vs Sony TX55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the A390 and the TX55.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A390 and TX55 is 66 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A390 and TX55.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The A390 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony TX55 will provide extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older A390 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.