Sony TX100V vs Sony TX30

Lets look more closely at the Sony TX100V and Sony TX30, both Ultracompact cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the TX100V (16MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TX100V was released 3 years before the TX30 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TX100V matches up against the TX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony TX100V Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony TX100V features outer dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony TX30 has proportions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Sony TX100V and Sony TX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the TX100V compared to the TX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TX100V and TX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX100V and TX30.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony TX30 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older TX100V will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.