Sony a5100 vs Sony TX1

Below, we will be matching up the Sony a5100 versus Sony TX1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the a5100 (24MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the a5100 (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The a5100 was unveiled 5 years after the TX1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the a5100 grades versus the TX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha a5100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are available at Sony a5100 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony a5100 comes with external dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Sony a5100 versus Sony TX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the a5100 compared to the TX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the a5100 and TX1 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the a5100 and TX1.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The a5100 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony a5100 will offer greater detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher a5100 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.