Sony TX20 vs Sony TX55

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Sony TX20 versus Sony TX55, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the TX20 (16MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TX20 was announced 8 months after the TX55 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TX20 grades against the TX55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony TX20 Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Sony TX20 enjoys outside dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Sony TX20 versus Sony TX55 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the TX20 and the TX55.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TX20 and TX55 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX20 and TX55.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you may want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more recent TX20 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.