Sony RX10 vs Sony TX9

In this write-up, we are comparing the Sony RX10 versus Sony TX9, former being a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the RX10 (20MP) and TX9 (12MP) and the RX10 (1") and TX9 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The RX10 was released 3 years later than the TX9 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the RX10 grades versus the TX9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The complete galleries are available at Sony RX10 Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Sony RX10 features physical measurements of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") having a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs) and the Sony TX9 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Sony RX10 versus Sony TX9 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the RX10 versus the TX9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX10 and TX9 is 58 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the RX10 and TX9.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The RX10 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony RX10 will give you more detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher RX10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.