Sony TX1 vs Sony W370

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Sony TX1 vs Sony W370, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the TX1 (10MP) and W370 (14MP) and the TX1 (1/2.4") and W370 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TX1 was brought out 5 months earlier than the W370 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TX1 scores versus the W370 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The entire galleries are provided at Sony TX1 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Sony TX1 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has specifications of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the TX1 compared to the W370.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TX1 and W370 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX1 and W370.

All in all, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TX1 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony W370 will result in greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively.