Sony HX7V vs Sony TX55

Below, we are analyzing the Sony HX7V vs Sony TX55, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX7V (16MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX7V was released at a similar time to the TX55 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the HX7V scores vs the TX55 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX7V Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony HX7V enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the HX7V vs the TX55.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the HX7V and TX55 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Often, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The pic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the HX7V and TX55.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos though you should always consider the release date of the products into consideration.