Sony TX20 vs Sony W310

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Sony TX20 and Sony W310, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both manufactured by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the TX20 (16MP) and W310 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TX20 was revealed 2 years later than the W310 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TX20 grades versus the W310 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are available at Sony TX20 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony TX20 enjoys physical measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony W310 has measurements of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Contrast the Sony TX20 and Sony W310 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the TX20 vs the W310.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TX20 and W310 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TX20 and W310.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony TX20 to show more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent TX20 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.