Sony TX20 vs Sony W810

Let's look a little more closely at the Sony TX20 and Sony W810, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the TX20 (16MP) and the W810 (20MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TX20 was unveiled 22 months before the W810 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the TX20 scores versus the W810 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The full galleries are viewable at Sony TX20 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony TX20 features external measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony W810 has sizing of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Sony TX20 and Sony W810 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the TX20 versus the W810.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TX20 and W810 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TX20 and W810.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony W810 to resolve greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged TX20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.