Sony a5000 vs Sony TX200V
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Sony a5000 vs Sony TX200V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Announced January 2014
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-3N
- Refreshed by Sony a5100
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 129g - 96 x 58 x 16mm
- Released January 2012
Sony a5000 vs Sony TX200V Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Sony a5000 and Sony TX200V, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Sony. The resolution of the a5000 (20MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is pretty similar but the a5000 (APS-C) and TX200V (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe a5000 was unveiled 24 months after the TX200V which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the a5000 scores against the TX200V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony a5000 vs Sony TX200V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha a5000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The full galleries are provided at Sony a5000 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony a5000 over the Sony TX200V
a5000 | TX200V | |||
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Released | January 2014 | January 2012 | Newer by 24 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Sony TX200V over the Sony a5000
TX200V | a5000 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 461k | Sharper screen (+769k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony a5000 and Sony TX200V
a5000 | TX200V | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Sony a5000 vs Sony TX200V Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony a5000 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Sony TX200V has sizing of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Sony a5000 and Sony TX200V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the a5000 against the TX200V.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the a5000 and TX200V is 89 and 96 respectively.
Sony a5000 vs Sony TX200V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The pic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the a5000 and TX200V.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The a5000 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony a5000 will offer you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger a5000 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Sony a5000 vs Sony TX200V Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony a5000 vs Sony TX200V Specifications
Sony Alpha a5000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha a5000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2014-01-07 | 2012-01-30 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz X | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.2 x 15.4mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 357.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5456 x 3632 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 16000 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Total lenses | 121 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with 180 upward tilt | 1,229,760 dots equiv. XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i/24p), 1440 x 1080 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269g (0.59 lb) | 129g (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 96 x 58 x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1089 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 photographs | 220 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FW50 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $448 | $500 |