Sony TX200V vs Sony W310

Let's look much closer at the Sony TX200V versus Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both designed by Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the TX200V (18MP) and W310 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TX200V was revealed 2 years later than the W310 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TX200V matches up vs the W310 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are provided at Sony TX200V Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX200V provides external dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the TX200V compared to the W310.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TX200V and W310 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX200V and W310.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony TX200V to give extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger TX200V provides an advantage in sensor technology.