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Sony TX1 vs Sony W220

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Sony TX1 vs Sony W220 Key Specs

Sony TX1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
  • 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
  • Introduced August 2009
Sony W220
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
  • 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
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Sony TX1 vs Sony W220 Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Sony TX1 versus Sony W220, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are offered by Sony. The image resolution of the TX1 (10MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively similar but the TX1 (1/2.4") and W220 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The TX1 was revealed 7 months after the W220 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W220 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TX1 grades vs the W220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Sony W220

 TX1 W220 
ReleasedAugust 2009January 2009More modern by 7 months
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Sony TX1

 W220 TX1 
Manual focus Dial precise focus

Common features in the Sony TX1 and Sony W220

 TX1 W220 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Sony TX1 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Sony TX1 provides outer measurements 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 W220 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the TX1 compared to the W220.

Sony TX1 vs Sony W220 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TX1 and W220 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Sony TX1 vs Sony W220 top view buttons comparison

Sony TX1 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TX1 and W220.

All in all, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TX1 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony W220 will offer greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer TX1 provides an edge in sensor technology.

Sony TX1 vs Sony W220 sensor size comparison

Sony TX1 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony TX1 vs Sony W220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sony TX1
Portrait photography with Sony W220
19
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.4")
lacks RAW support
27
you can focus manually
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Sony TX1 Street photography advice
Sony W220 Street photography advice
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.4")
lacks RAW support
56
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sony TX1
Sports photography with Sony W220
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,250s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.4")
lacks phase detect auto focus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
low frames per second (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sony TX1
Travel photography with Sony W220
51
built-in flash
missing Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (10MP)
does not have selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
51
built-in flash
missing Timelapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony TX1 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W220 as a Landscape photography camera
31
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.4")
lacks RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
32
you can focus manually
image stabilization (Optical)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony TX1 Vlogging advice
Sony W220 Vlogging advice
28
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone jack
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing microphone socket
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Sony TX1 vs Sony W220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony TX1 and Sony W220
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220
General Information
Brand Sony Sony
Model Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220
Class Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-08-06 2009-01-08
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Bionz -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.4" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.104 x 4.578mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.9mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 125 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 30-120mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.5-4.6 f/2.8-7.1
Macro focus range 8cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 2 seconds 1 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1250 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 7.10 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format - Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 142 grams (0.31 pounds) 147 grams (0.32 pounds)
Dimensions 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $350 $160