Sony RX100 VA vs Sony TX66

Here is a extensive review of the Sony RX100 VA and Sony TX66, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the RX100 VA (20MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is very comparable but the RX100 VA (1") and TX66 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The RX100 VA was revealed 6 years later than the TX66 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the RX100 VA grades vs the TX66 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The full galleries are provided at Sony RX100 VA Gallery & Sony TX66 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony RX100 VA provides outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony TX66 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony RX100 VA and Sony TX66 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the RX100 VA vs the TX66.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RX100 VA and TX66 is 89 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the RX100 VA and TX66.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The RX100 VA using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony RX100 VA will produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher RX100 VA should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.