Sony TX20 vs Sony WX350
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Sony TX20 vs Sony WX350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Replaced the Sony WX300
- Replacement is Sony WX500
Sony TX20 vs Sony WX350 Overview
Here is a in-depth assessment of the Sony TX20 and Sony WX350, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Sony. The resolution of the TX20 (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe TX20 was unveiled 23 months earlier than the WX350 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the TX20 matches up versus the WX350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony TX20 vs Sony WX350 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are provided at Sony TX20 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Sony WX350
TX20 | WX350 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Sony TX20
WX350 | TX20 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | February 2012 | Fresher by 23 months |
Common features in the Sony TX20 and Sony WX350
TX20 | WX350 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Sony TX20 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Sony TX20 enjoys outer 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) and the Sony WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Sony TX20 and Sony WX350 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the TX20 compared to the WX350.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TX20 and WX350 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Sony TX20 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The photograph here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TX20 and WX350.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX350 to result in extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older TX20 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Sony TX20 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-02-28 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | BIONZ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-4.6 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.70 m | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 470 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BN | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $330 | $270 |