Sony S2100 vs Sony TX1

Here is a in depth review of the Sony S2100 vs Sony TX1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are built by Sony. The sensor resolution of the S2100 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the S2100 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The S2100 was announced 6 months later than the TX1 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S2100 grades vs the TX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The whole galleries are provided at Sony S2100 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Sony S2100 provides outer measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S2100 vs the TX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S2100 and TX1 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S2100 and TX1.

As you can tell, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S2100 using its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony S2100 will show extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively.