Sony TX200V vs Sony TX30

Its time to examine more closely at the Sony TX200V versus Sony TX30, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both built by Sony. The sensor resolution of the TX200V (18MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TX200V was unveiled 18 months earlier than the TX30 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TX200V grades versus the TX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The full galleries are available at Sony TX200V Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX200V offers outer measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Sony TX200V versus Sony TX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the TX200V compared to the TX30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TX200V and TX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TX200V and TX30.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos although you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged TX200V is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.