Sony G3 vs Sony TX100V

Let's take a closer look at the Sony G3 vs Sony TX100V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the G3 (10MP) and TX100V (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G3 was introduced 24 months before the TX100V which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony G3 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the G3 grades versus the TX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The whole galleries are available at Sony G3 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Sony G3 comes with physical dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony TX100V has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Sony G3 vs Sony TX100V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the G3 vs the TX100V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and TX100V is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The image here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 and TX100V.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony TX100V to provide you with extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged G3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.