Sony TX100V vs Sony A33
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Sony TX100V vs Sony A33 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 147g - 97 x 59 x 18mm
- Announced January 2011
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- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 500g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Introduced August 2010
- Successor is Sony A35
Sony TX100V vs Sony A33 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Sony TX100V versus Sony A33, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both sold by Sony. The resolution of the TX100V (16MP) and the A33 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the TX100V (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TX100V was launched 5 months later than the A33 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the TX100V matches up vs the A33 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony TX100V vs Sony A33 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V & Sony SLT-A33. The complete galleries are available at Sony TX100V Gallery & Sony A33 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TX100V over the Sony A33
TX100V | A33 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 921k | Crisper screen (+308k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A33 over the Sony TX100V
A33 | TX100V | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sony TX100V and Sony A33
TX100V | A33 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | August 2010 | Same age |
Sony TX100V vs Sony A33 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony TX100V comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony A33 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
Compare the Sony TX100V versus Sony A33 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TX100V vs the A33.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TX100V and A33 is 95 and 67 respectively.
Sony TX100V vs Sony A33 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The graphic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TX100V and A33.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TX100V because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony TX100V will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively.
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Sony TX100V vs Sony A33 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V | Sony SLT-A33 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V | Sony SLT-A33 |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2011-01-06 | 2010-08-24 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | BIONZ | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.6 | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,229k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | XtraFine OLED display with TruBlack technology | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,150k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 2s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 147g (0.32 lb) | 500g (1.10 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 59 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 591 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BN1 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $380 | $230 |