Sony TX20 vs Sony W550

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Sony TX20 versus Sony W550, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the TX20 (16MP) and the W550 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TX20 was revealed 8 months after the W550 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the TX20 grades versus the W550 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The full galleries are viewable at Sony TX20 Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX20 comes with exterior dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony W550 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TX20 vs the W550.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TX20 and W550 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The image below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX20 and W550.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony TX20 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher TX20 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.