Sony TX200V vs Sony A57

Here, we are contrasting the Sony TX200V versus Sony A57, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are designed by Sony. The resolution of the TX200V (18MP) and the A57 (16MP) is very close but the TX200V (1/2.3") and A57 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The TX200V was revealed 7 months before the A57 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TX200V scores versus the A57 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V & Sony SLT-A57. The full galleries are available at Sony TX200V Gallery & Sony A57 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony TX200V features outside measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony A57 has proportions of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the TX200V and the A57.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TX200V and A57 is 96 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TX200V and A57.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TX200V having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Sony TX200V will provide you with more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older TX200V will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.