Sony TX200V vs Sony W800

On this page, we will be looking at the Sony TX200V versus Sony W800, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Sony. The resolution of the TX200V (18MP) and the W800 (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TX200V was announced 24 months prior to the W800 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W800 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TX200V matches up vs the W800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony TX200V Gallery & Sony W800 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony TX200V comes with external 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) while the Sony W800 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Sony TX200V versus Sony W800 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TX200V compared to the W800.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TX200V and W800 is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TX200V and W800.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony W800 to offer greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged TX200V is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.