Sony TX1 vs Sony WX220

Its time to look a little more closely at the Sony TX1 versus Sony WX220, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the TX1 (10MP) and WX220 (18MP) and the TX1 (1/2.4") and WX220 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The TX1 was revealed 5 years earlier than the WX220 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the TX1 grades vs the WX220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The full galleries are available at Sony TX1 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony TX1 features exterior 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 WX220 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the TX1 against the WX220.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TX1 and WX220 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TX1 and WX220.

All in all, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TX1 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony WX220 will give you extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older TX1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.