Sony HX20V vs Sony TX10
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Sony HX20V vs Sony TX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched July 2012
- Succeeded the Sony HX10V
- Refreshed by Sony HX30V
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Announced August 2011
Sony HX20V vs Sony TX10 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Sony HX20V vs Sony TX10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are sold by Sony. The resolution of the HX20V (18MP) and the TX10 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe HX20V was manufactured 12 months later than the TX10 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the HX20V grades against the TX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony HX20V vs Sony TX10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony HX20V Gallery and Sony TX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Sony TX10
HX20V | TX10 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | August 2011 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 921k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX10 over the Sony HX20V
TX10 | HX20V | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony HX20V and Sony TX10
HX20V | TX10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Sony HX20V vs Sony TX10 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony HX20V comes with exterior dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Sony TX10 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Sony HX20V vs Sony TX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the HX20V vs the TX10.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX20V and TX10 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Sony HX20V vs Sony TX10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX20V and TX10.
As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX20V to render more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern HX20V is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Sony HX20V vs Sony TX10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony HX20V vs Sony TX10 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2012-07-20 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 254 grams (0.56 pounds) | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 320 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BG1 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $397 | $309 |