Sony TX20 vs Sony W830

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Sony TX20 vs Sony W830, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both created by Sony. The image resolution of the TX20 (16MP) and the W830 (20MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TX20 was launched 22 months before the W830 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the TX20 scores vs the W830 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The complete galleries are available at Sony TX20 Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX20 offers outer dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony W830 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the TX20 against the W830.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the TX20 and W830 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TX20 and W830.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony W830 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged TX20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.