Sony A700 vs Sony TX200V

Here, we will be comparing the Sony A700 vs Sony TX200V, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the A700 (12MP) and TX200V (18MP) and the A700 (APS-C) and TX200V (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The A700 was unveiled 5 years before the TX200V and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the A700 scores against the TX200V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The full galleries are available at Sony A700 Gallery & Sony TX200V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Sony A700 comes with outer measurements of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs) and the Sony TX200V has specifications of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A700 vs Sony TX200V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the A700 vs the TX200V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A700 and TX200V is 58 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A700 and TX200V.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A700 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony TX200V will give you greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older A700 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.