Sony S950 vs Sony TX5

Below, we are evaluating the Sony S950 and Sony TX5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by Sony. The resolution of the S950 (10MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is very well matched but the S950 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The S950 was announced 12 months prior to the TX5 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony S950 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S950 matches up against the TX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The whole galleries are provided at Sony S950 Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony S950 offers exterior dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony TX5 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Sony S950 and Sony TX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S950 vs the TX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S950 and TX5 is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S950 and TX5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixels but different sensor sizing. The S950 provides the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The older S950 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.