Sony A6300 vs Sony TX9

Below, we are analyzing the Sony A6300 versus Sony TX9, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the A6300 (24MP) and TX9 (12MP) and the A6300 (APS-C) and TX9 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The A6300 was introduced 5 years later than the TX9 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony A6300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the A6300 grades against the TX9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha a6300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are available at Sony A6300 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Sony A6300 comes with outside measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Sony TX9 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the A6300 versus the TX9.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A6300 and TX9 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A6300 and TX9.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A6300 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony A6300 will result in extra detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The younger A6300 provides an advantage in sensor technology.