Sony QX30 vs Sony TX55

On this page, we will be evaluating the Sony QX30 vs Sony TX55, former is a Lens-style while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the QX30 (20MP) and TX55 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The QX30 was introduced 3 years after the TX55 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the QX30 scores versus the TX55 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony QX30 Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony QX30 has outer measurements of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony TX55 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the QX30 compared to the TX55.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the QX30 and TX55 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The pic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the QX30 and TX55.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony QX30 to resolve more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher QX30 will have a benefit in sensor tech.