Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55
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![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-VI/Sony-RX100-VI-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX55/Sony-TX55-front.jpg)
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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push 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
- Previous Model is Sony RX100 V
- New Model is Sony RX100 VII
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Released July 2011
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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Sony RX100 VI versus Sony TX55, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and both are created by Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the RX100 VI (20MP) and TX55 (16MP) and the RX100 VI (1") and TX55 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.
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The RX100 VI was brought out 6 years later than the TX55 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the RX100 VI grades against the TX55 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The entire galleries are provided at Sony RX100 VI Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Sony TX55
RX100 VI | TX55 | |||
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Released | June 2018 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 84 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Sony RX100 VI
TX55 | RX100 VI | |||
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Display size | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 1229k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Sony RX100 VI and Sony TX55
RX100 VI | TX55 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Sony RX100 VI has exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Sony RX100 VI versus Sony TX55 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the RX100 VI vs the TX55.
![Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 size comparison Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-VI-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX55-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 VI and TX55 is 88 and 97 respectively.
![Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 top view buttons comparison Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-VI-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX55-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX100 VI and TX55.
All in all, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The RX100 VI because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony RX100 VI will produce more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher RX100 VI should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 sensor size comparison Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-VI-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX55-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-VI-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX55-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2018-06-05 | 2011-07-24 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 315 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-200mm (8.3x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,229k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 24.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 301g (0.66 lb) | 109g (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | 250 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BX1 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $1,198 | $350 |