Sony TX1 vs Sony WX9

Below, we will be analyzing the Sony TX1 vs Sony WX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are designed by Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the TX1 (10MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the TX1 (1/2.4") and WX9 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TX1 was unveiled 17 months prior to the WX9 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the TX1 scores versus the WX9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The full galleries are viewable at Sony TX1 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Sony TX1 features external measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony WX9 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the TX1 and the WX9.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TX1 and WX9 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TX1 and WX9.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TX1 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Sony WX9 will give more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged TX1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.