Sony HX80 vs Sony TX5

Its time to look more closely at the Sony HX80 vs Sony TX5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both created by Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the HX80 (18MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the HX80 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") posses different sensor size.

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The HX80 was introduced 6 years later than the TX5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the HX80 grades against the TX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The whole galleries are available at Sony HX80 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Sony HX80 provides exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony TX5 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Sony HX80 vs Sony TX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the HX80 versus the TX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX80 and TX5 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX80 and TX5.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The HX80 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX80 will resolve greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher HX80 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.