Sony TX1 vs Sony TX5
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Sony TX1 vs Sony TX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2010
Sony TX1 vs Sony TX5 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Sony TX1 and Sony TX5, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are designed by Sony. The resolution of the TX1 (10MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.4").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TX1 was released 6 months prior to the TX5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TX1 scores versus the TX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony TX1 vs Sony TX5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The complete galleries are provided at Sony TX1 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Sony TX5
TX1 | TX5 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX5 over the Sony TX1
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Sony TX1 and Sony TX5
TX1 | TX5 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | February 2010 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Sony TX1 vs Sony TX5 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX1 enjoys physical dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony TX5 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Sony TX1 and Sony TX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the TX1 versus the TX5.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TX1 and TX5 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Sony TX1 vs Sony TX5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The pic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TX1 and TX5.
As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should consider the release date of the products into consideration.
Sony TX1 vs Sony TX5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony TX1 vs Sony TX5 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-08-06 | 2010-02-18 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.4" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.104 x 4.578mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.9mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-4.6 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 2 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 2.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142g (0.31 lbs) | 148g (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 94 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $350 | $239 |