Sony HX1 vs Sony TX5

Its time to examine more closely at the Sony HX1 versus Sony TX5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX1 (9MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.4").

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The HX1 was released 10 months prior to the TX5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the HX1 scores versus the TX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The complete galleries are provided at Sony HX1 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony HX1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs) and the Sony TX5 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Sony HX1 versus Sony TX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the HX1 and the TX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX1 and TX5 is 67 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HX1 and TX5.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony TX5 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The older HX1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.