Sony TX200V vs Sony TX9

Let's take a more detailed look at the Sony TX200V versus Sony TX9, both Ultracompact cameras and both are created by Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the TX200V (18MP) and TX9 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TX200V was announced 20 months later than the TX9 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the TX200V scores versus the TX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are provided at Sony TX200V Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony TX200V enjoys external dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TX200V vs the TX9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TX200V and TX9 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The visual here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TX200V and TX9.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony TX200V to render extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent TX200V will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.