Sony QX30 vs Sony TX100V

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Sony QX30 and Sony TX100V, former is a Lens-style while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the QX30 (20MP) and TX100V (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The QX30 was launched 3 years after the TX100V which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the QX30 matches up against the TX100V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The complete galleries are available at Sony QX30 Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony QX30 offers exterior dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony TX100V has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the QX30 compared to the TX100V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the QX30 and TX100V is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The pic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the QX30 and TX100V.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony QX30 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent QX30 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.