Sony TX200V vs Sony A77 II

Below, we will be reviewing the Sony TX200V vs Sony A77 II, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are manufactured by Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the TX200V (18MP) and A77 II (24MP) and the TX200V (1/2.3") and A77 II (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The TX200V was revealed 3 years earlier than the A77 II which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A77 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TX200V matches up against the A77 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V and Sony SLT-A77 II. The full galleries are provided at Sony TX200V Gallery and Sony A77 II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Sony TX200V has outside dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony A77 II has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony TX200V vs Sony A77 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the TX200V vs the A77 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TX200V and A77 II is 96 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX200V and A77 II.

Plainly, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The TX200V having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A77 II will provide extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged TX200V will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.