Sony H55 vs Sony TX1

On this page, we will be matching up the Sony H55 versus Sony TX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the H55 (14MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the H55 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The H55 was unveiled 11 months after the TX1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony H55 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the H55 scores versus the TX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony H55 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony H55 offers external measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Sony H55 versus Sony TX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the H55 vs the TX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the H55 and TX1 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the H55 and TX1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The H55 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony H55 will resolve greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent H55 will have an edge in sensor technology.