Sony TX10 vs Sony WX220

Below, we will be evaluating the Sony TX10 versus Sony WX220, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the TX10 (16MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TX10 was brought out 3 years before the WX220 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TX10 scores versus the WX220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The entire galleries are available at Sony TX10 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX10 provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the TX10 vs the WX220.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TX10 and WX220 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX10 and WX220.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony WX220 to give you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older TX10 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.