Sony QX30 vs Sony TX20

In this article, we are contrasting the Sony QX30 versus Sony TX20, one is a Lens-style and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the QX30 (20MP) and TX20 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The QX30 was introduced 2 years after the TX20 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the QX30 grades versus the TX20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are provided at Sony QX30 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony QX30 has physical dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Sony QX30 versus Sony TX20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the QX30 and the TX20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the QX30 and TX20 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the QX30 and TX20.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony QX30 to provide greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent QX30 should have a benefit in sensor tech.