Sony TX200V vs Sony WX30
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Sony TX200V vs Sony WX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 129g - 96 x 58 x 16mm
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Introduced July 2011
Sony TX200V vs Sony WX30 Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Sony TX200V and Sony WX30, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Sony. The image resolution of the TX200V (18MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TX200V was announced 7 months later than the WX30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TX200V grades against the WX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony TX200V vs Sony WX30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The whole galleries are provided at Sony TX200V Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TX200V over the Sony WX30
TX200V | WX30 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | July 2011 | More recent by 7 months | |
Display sizing | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 922k | Clearer display (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Sony TX200V
WX30 | TX200V |
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Common features in the Sony TX200V and Sony WX30
TX200V | WX30 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Sony TX200V vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony TX200V comes with exterior dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Sony TX200V and Sony WX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the TX200V versus the WX30.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TX200V and WX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Sony TX200V vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TX200V and WX30.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony TX200V to show greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The newer TX200V will have a benefit in sensor tech.
Sony TX200V vs Sony WX30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony TX200V vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-01-30 | 2011-07-25 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | BIONZ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | 1,229,760 dots equiv. XtraFine TruBlack OLED display | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 2 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 129g (0.28 pounds) | 117g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 58 x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 250 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BN | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $500 | $259 |