Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony TX20

Its time to look more in depth at the Sony NEX-C3 and Sony TX20, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-C3 (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is relatively close but the NEX-C3 (APS-C) and TX20 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The NEX-C3 was brought out 6 months before the TX20 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the NEX-C3 scores against the TX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-C3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-C3 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Sony NEX-C3 has got external dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Sony NEX-C3 and Sony TX20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the NEX-C3 and the TX20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-C3 and TX20 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the NEX-C3 and TX20.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The NEX-C3 has the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult.