Sony RX10 IV vs Sony TX200V

The following is a detailed assessment of the Sony RX10 IV and Sony TX200V, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Sony. The resolution of the RX10 IV (20MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is very similar but the RX10 IV (1") and TX200V (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The RX10 IV was unveiled 5 years after the TX200V which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the RX10 IV scores versus the TX200V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The full galleries are available at Sony RX10 IV Gallery & Sony TX200V Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony RX10 IV comes with outside measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") accompanied by a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs) and the Sony TX200V has measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony RX10 IV and Sony TX200V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the RX10 IV compared to the TX200V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the RX10 IV and TX200V is 52 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the RX10 IV and TX200V.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The RX10 IV having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony RX10 IV will deliver greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer RX10 IV provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.