Sony HX80 vs Sony TX9

In this article, we will be matching up the Sony HX80 versus Sony TX9, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are built by Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the HX80 (18MP) and TX9 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX80 was announced 5 years later than the TX9 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the HX80 grades against the TX9 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are available at Sony HX80 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX80 offers physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Sony HX80 versus Sony TX9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the HX80 and the TX9.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the HX80 and TX9 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The visual here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX80 and TX9.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony HX80 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern HX80 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.