Sony TX20 vs Sony W620

Below, we are comparing the Sony TX20 and Sony W620, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. The resolution of the TX20 (16MP) and the W620 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TX20 was revealed 2 months later than the W620 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TX20 scores versus the W620 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The full galleries are viewable at Sony TX20 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony TX20 comes with external measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony W620 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Sony TX20 and Sony W620 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the TX20 vs the W620.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TX20 and W620 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TX20 and W620.

All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony TX20 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively.