Sony TX100V vs Sony WX80

Below, we will be evaluating the Sony TX100V vs Sony WX80, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Sony. The resolution of the TX100V (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TX100V was unveiled 24 months before the WX80 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TX100V matches up against the WX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are provided at Sony TX100V Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Sony TX100V comes with outside measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Sony TX100V vs Sony WX80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the TX100V compared to the WX80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TX100V and WX80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TX100V and WX80.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged TX100V will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.