Sony TX100V vs Sony TX20

Below is a in-depth overview of the Sony TX100V versus Sony TX20, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both created by Sony. The resolution of the TX100V (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TX100V was manufactured 13 months prior to the TX20 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TX100V scores against the TX20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are provided at Sony TX100V Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Sony TX100V has outer measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the TX100V and the TX20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TX100V and TX20 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TX100V and TX20.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older TX100V is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.