Sony TX200V vs Sony TX5

Below, we are contrasting the Sony TX200V vs Sony TX5, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the TX200V (18MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the TX200V (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The TX200V was introduced 24 months later than the TX5 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the TX200V matches up versus the TX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The whole galleries are provided at Sony TX200V Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX200V comes with exterior measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony TX5 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony TX200V vs Sony TX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the TX200V compared to the TX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TX200V and TX5 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TX200V and TX5.

To sum up, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TX200V with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony TX200V will give more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger TX200V is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.