Sony RX10 vs Sony TX1
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Sony RX10 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8) lens
- 813g - 129 x 88 x 102mm
- Launched March 2014
- New Model is Sony RX10 II
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced August 2009
Sony RX10 vs Sony TX1 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Sony RX10 vs Sony TX1, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the RX10 (20MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the RX10 (1") and TX1 (1/2.4") come with totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe RX10 was released 4 years later than the TX1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the RX10 scores versus the TX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony RX10 vs Sony TX1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are available at Sony RX10 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX10 over the Sony TX1
RX10 | TX1 | |||
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Announced | March 2014 | August 2009 | Fresher by 57 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1290k | 230k | Clearer display (+1060k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Sony RX10
TX1 | RX10 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony RX10 and Sony TX1
RX10 | TX1 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Sony RX10 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony RX10 has got physical dimensions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") and a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Sony RX10 vs Sony TX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the RX10 vs the TX1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the RX10 and TX1 is 58 and 96 respectively.
Sony RX10 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the RX10 and TX1.
To sum up, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The RX10 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony RX10 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more recent RX10 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Sony RX10 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Class | Large Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-03-20 | 2009-08-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz X | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-200mm (8.3x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,290k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | WhiteMagic | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.20 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, fill-flash, slow sync, rear sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p) ,1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 813g (1.79 lb) | 142g (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 88 x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 69 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 474 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-FW50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $698 | $350 |