Sony RX100 VA vs Sony TX66
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Sony RX100 VA vs Sony TX66 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Revealed July 2018
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Released February 2012
Sony RX100 VA vs Sony TX66 Overview
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.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Sony RX100 VA vs Sony TX66 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VA over the Sony TX66
RX100 VA | TX66 | |||
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Released | July 2018 | February 2012 | Fresher by 78 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Sony RX100 VA
TX66 | RX100 VA | |||
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Display size | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 1229k | Crisper display (+1k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony RX100 VA and Sony TX66
RX100 VA | TX66 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus |
Sony RX100 VA vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
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.
Sony RX100 VA vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
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.
Sony RX100 VA vs Sony TX66 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony RX100 VA vs Sony TX66 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A) | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2018-07-13 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz X | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 315 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-70mm (2.9x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,229k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 24.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 299g (0.66 pounds) | 109g (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $998 | $350 |