Sony RX10 II vs Sony TX9

On this page, we will be analyzing the Sony RX10 II vs Sony TX9, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the RX10 II (20MP) and TX9 (12MP) and the RX10 II (1") and TX9 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The RX10 II was introduced 4 years later than the TX9 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the RX10 II matches up versus the TX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are available at Sony RX10 II Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony RX10 II offers physical measurements of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") and a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs) and the Sony TX9 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Sony RX10 II vs Sony TX9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the RX10 II vs the TX9.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the RX10 II and TX9 is 58 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the RX10 II and TX9.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The RX10 II having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony RX10 II will offer you extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern RX10 II should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.