Sony HX300 vs Sony TX9

Below, we will be reviewing the Sony HX300 and Sony TX9, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both created by Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the HX300 (20MP) and TX9 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX300 was announced 2 years later than the TX9 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the HX300 grades against the TX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX300 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Sony HX300 has got outside measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Sony TX9 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the HX300 vs the TX9.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the HX300 and TX9 is 63 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX300 and TX9.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX300 to provide extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger HX300 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.