Sony HX100V vs Sony TX20
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Sony HX100V vs Sony TX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Announced October 2011
- Replacement is Sony HX200V
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched February 2012
Sony HX100V vs Sony TX20 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Sony HX100V versus Sony TX20, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX100V (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe HX100V was brought out 4 months prior to the TX20 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the HX100V grades against the TX20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony HX100V vs Sony TX20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are available at Sony HX100V Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Sony TX20
HX100V | TX20 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Sony HX100V
TX20 | HX100V | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 921k | Clearer display (+1k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony HX100V and Sony TX20
HX100V | TX20 | |||
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Launched | October 2011 | February 2012 | Same age | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Sony HX100V vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony HX100V comes with physical measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony HX100V versus Sony TX20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the HX100V compared to the TX20.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the HX100V and TX20 is 66 and 96 respectively.
Sony HX100V vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The image here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the HX100V and TX20.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos however you need to take the age of the cameras into account.
Sony HX100V vs Sony TX20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony HX100V vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-10-21 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | BIONZ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-810mm (30.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.70 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 577g (1.27 pounds) | 133g (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FH50 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $429 | $330 |