Sony TX100V vs Sony A65

Here, we are analyzing the Sony TX100V and Sony A65, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are built by Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the TX100V (16MP) and A65 (24MP) and the TX100V (1/2.3") and A65 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The TX100V was manufactured 10 months prior to the A65 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the TX100V grades against the A65 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V and Sony SLT-A65. The entire galleries are available at Sony TX100V Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony TX100V has got external 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 A65 has sizing of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

Examine the Sony TX100V and Sony A65 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the TX100V against the A65.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TX100V and A65 is 95 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX100V and A65.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TX100V because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony A65 will offer you more detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TX100V is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.