Sony TX1 vs Sony A35
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Sony TX1 vs Sony A35 Key Specs
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- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Launched August 2009
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Sony TX1 vs Sony A35 Overview
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.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 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.
Sony TX1 vs Sony A35 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Sony A35
TX1 | A35 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Sony TX1
A35 | TX1 | |||
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Introduced | September 2011 | August 2009 | More modern by 25 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Sony TX1 and Sony A35
TX1 | A35 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Sony TX1 vs Sony A35 Physical Comparison
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.
Sony TX1 vs Sony A35 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Sony TX1 vs Sony A35 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | Sony SLT-A35 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | Sony SLT-A35 |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2009-08-06 | 2011-09-20 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.4" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.104 x 4.578mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.5-4.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 2 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 12.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142g (0.31 pounds) | 415g (0.91 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 763 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 440 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $350 | $598 |