Sony G3 vs Sony TX20

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Sony G3 versus Sony TX20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both built by Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G3 (10MP) and TX20 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The G3 was introduced 4 years before the TX20 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony G3 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G3 grades against the TX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony G3 Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Sony G3 enjoys exterior dimensions 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 TX20 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the G3 vs the TX20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and TX20 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 and TX20.

Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony TX20 to provide more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older G3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.