Sony RX100 V vs Sony TX20

Following is a in depth comparison of the Sony RX100 V versus Sony TX20, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both manufactured by Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the RX100 V (20MP) and TX20 (16MP) and the RX100 V (1") and TX20 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The RX100 V was introduced 4 years after the TX20 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the RX100 V grades versus the TX20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 V Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony RX100 V has exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Sony RX100 V versus Sony TX20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the RX100 V and the TX20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the RX100 V and TX20 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the RX100 V and TX20.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The RX100 V using its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony RX100 V will offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher RX100 V will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.