Sony TX200V vs Sony W380

Let's take a closer look at the Sony TX200V versus Sony W380, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both offered by Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the TX200V (18MP) and W380 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TX200V was announced 2 years later than the W380 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the TX200V matches up versus the W380 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The whole galleries are provided at Sony TX200V Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX200V offers outer measurements 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 W380 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Sony TX200V versus Sony W380 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the TX200V vs the W380.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TX200V and W380 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TX200V and W380.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony TX200V to render more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger TX200V should have an advantage in sensor tech.