Sony TX1 vs Sony WX350
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Sony TX1 vs Sony WX350 Key Specs
(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
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Announced February 2014
- Replaced the Sony WX300
- Replacement is Sony WX500
Sony TX1 vs Sony WX350 Overview
The following is a in depth review of the Sony TX1 versus Sony WX350, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the TX1 (10MP) and WX350 (18MP) and the TX1 (1/2.4") and WX350 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TX1 was announced 5 years earlier than the WX350 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TX1 matches up vs the WX350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony TX1 vs Sony WX350 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony TX1 Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Sony WX350
TX1 | WX350 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Sony TX1
WX350 | TX1 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | August 2009 | Newer by 55 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Sony TX1 and Sony WX350
TX1 | WX350 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Sony TX1 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Sony TX1 features outside measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Compare the Sony TX1 versus Sony WX350 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TX1 against the WX350.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TX1 and WX350 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Sony TX1 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TX1 and WX350.
To sum up, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TX1 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony WX350 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged TX1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Sony TX1 vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony TX1 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-08-06 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.4" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.104 x 4.578mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 18 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 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
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 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-4.6 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 2 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 life | - | 470 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $350 | $270 |