Sony TX20 vs Sony W800

On this page, we are looking at the Sony TX20 vs Sony W800, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Sony. The resolution of the TX20 (16MP) and the W800 (20MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TX20 was announced 23 months before the W800 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W800 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TX20 matches up versus the W800 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The whole galleries are available at Sony TX20 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony TX20 provides outer dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony W800 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Sony TX20 vs Sony W800 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the TX20 compared to the W800.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TX20 and W800 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX20 and W800.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony W800 to render greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged TX20 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.