Sony HX80 vs Sony TX20

Let's look much closer at the Sony HX80 versus Sony TX20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX80 (18MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX80 was manufactured 4 years after the TX20 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the HX80 matches up vs the TX20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are provided at Sony HX80 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony HX80 enjoys outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Sony HX80 versus Sony TX20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the HX80 versus the TX20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX80 and TX20 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HX80 and TX20.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony HX80 to provide more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher HX80 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.