Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX30
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75 Overall
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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Released June 2018
- Replaced the Sony RX100 V
- Updated by Sony RX100 VII
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Introduced July 2013
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX30 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX30, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the RX100 VI (20MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is relatively close but the RX100 VI (1") and TX30 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe RX100 VI was launched 4 years later than the TX30 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the RX100 VI scores versus the TX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The complete galleries are available at Sony RX100 VI Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Sony TX30
RX100 VI | TX30 | |||
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Introduced | June 2018 | July 2013 | Fresher by 60 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Sony RX100 VI
TX30 | RX100 VI | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Sony RX100 VI and Sony TX30
RX100 VI | TX30 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 1229k | 1229k | Equal screen resolution | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX100 VI provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the RX100 VI against the TX30.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RX100 VI and TX30 is 88 and 96 respectively.
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the RX100 VI and TX30.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The RX100 VI due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony RX100 VI will render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher RX100 VI provides an advantage in sensor technology.
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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2018-06-05 | 2013-07-26 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 315 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-200mm (8.3x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3.3" |
Resolution of display | 1,229k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 24.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | - |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 301 grams (0.66 pounds) | 141 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 240 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $1,198 | $230 |