Sony TX100V vs Sony A33

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.