Sony TX10 vs Sony W730

Here is a extensive overview of the Sony TX10 and Sony W730, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Sony. The resolution of the TX10 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TX10 was launched 17 months before the W730 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W730 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the TX10 grades versus the W730 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The complete galleries are provided at Sony TX10 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Sony TX10 offers outer measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony TX10 and Sony W730 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the TX10 versus the W730.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TX10 and W730 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TX10 and W730.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files though you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older TX10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.