Sony HX50V vs Sony TX55

Here is a in depth assessment of the Sony HX50V vs Sony TX55, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are built by Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the HX50V (20MP) and TX55 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX50V was unveiled 22 months later than the TX55 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the HX50V matches up against the TX55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The full galleries are provided at Sony HX50V Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Sony HX50V has got outside measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has specifications 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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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the HX50V compared to the TX55.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX50V and TX55 is 89 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the HX50V and TX55.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony HX50V to show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The more modern HX50V will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.