Sony RX100 VA vs Sony TX30

Lets look a bit more closely at the Sony RX100 VA vs Sony TX30, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the RX100 VA (20MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is relatively similar but the RX100 VA (1") and TX30 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The RX100 VA was announced 5 years after the TX30 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the RX100 VA matches up vs the TX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The whole galleries are provided at Sony RX100 VA Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Sony RX100 VA features physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony TX30 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Sony RX100 VA vs Sony TX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the RX100 VA against the TX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 VA and TX30 is 89 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the RX100 VA and TX30.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The RX100 VA with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony RX100 VA will offer greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern RX100 VA should have an edge in sensor tech.