Sony TX10 vs Sony W530
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Sony TX10 vs Sony W530 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Released August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
Sony TX10 vs Sony W530 Overview
Here is a complete review of the Sony TX10 vs Sony W530, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both produced by Sony. The resolution of the TX10 (16MP) and the W530 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe TX10 was manufactured 8 months later than the W530 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the TX10 scores versus the W530 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony TX10 vs Sony W530 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony TX10 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TX10 over the Sony W530
TX10 | W530 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | January 2011 | Fresher by 8 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Sony TX10
W530 | TX10 |
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Common features in the Sony TX10 and Sony W530
TX10 | W530 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Sony TX10 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Sony TX10 features external dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony W530 has specifications of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Contrast the Sony TX10 vs Sony W530 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the TX10 against the W530.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TX10 and W530 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Sony TX10 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The graphic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TX10 and W530.
All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony TX10 to result in greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern TX10 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
Sony TX10 vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony TX10 vs Sony W530 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-08-16 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | BIONZ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-4.6 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | XtraFine LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 2s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.70 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) | 113 gr (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | NP-BN1 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $309 | $269 |