Sony G3 vs Sony TX1

Here, we are looking at the Sony G3 vs Sony TX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the G3 (10MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the G3 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor size.

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The G3 was introduced 7 months before the TX1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony G3 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G3 scores vs the TX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The whole galleries are provided at Sony G3 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony G3 offers outside measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the G3 and the TX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and TX1 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The image here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 and TX1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The G3 has got the larger sensor which will make achieving bokeh simpler. The more aged G3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.