Sony HX30V vs Sony TX30

The following is a in depth analysis of the Sony HX30V and Sony TX30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are built by Sony. The resolution of the HX30V (18MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX30V was released 17 months prior to the TX30 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the HX30V matches up against the TX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX30V Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX30V offers physical measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX30V and Sony TX30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the HX30V against the TX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX30V and TX30 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the HX30V and TX30.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos though you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged HX30V is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.