Sony TX1 vs Sony A35

In this article, we will be contrasting the Sony TX1 and Sony A35, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both built by Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the TX1 (10MP) and A35 (16MP) and the TX1 (1/2.4") and A35 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TX1 was revealed 3 years prior to the A35 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TX1 grades against the A35 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 and Sony SLT-A35. The full galleries are provided at Sony TX1 Gallery and Sony A35 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony TX1 enjoys physical dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony A35 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

Analyze the Sony TX1 and Sony A35 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the TX1 and the A35.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TX1 and A35 is 96 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX1 and A35.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TX1 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A35 will provide more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged TX1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.