Sony HX300 vs Sony TX66

Let's look more closely at the Sony HX300 and Sony TX66, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both built by Sony. The resolution of the HX300 (20MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX300 was introduced 12 months later than the TX66 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the HX300 grades versus the TX66 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX300 Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony HX300 offers physical measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Sony TX66 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the HX300 and the TX66.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the HX300 and TX66 is 63 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX300 and TX66.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX300 to show greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer HX300 provides an edge in sensor innovation.