Sony TX30 vs Sony TX5

On this page, we are reviewing the Sony TX30 versus Sony TX5, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the TX30 (18MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the TX30 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") provide different sensor size.

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The TX30 was revealed 3 years after the TX5 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the TX30 grades versus the TX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The full galleries are available at Sony TX30 Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony TX30 provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony TX5 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Sony TX30 versus Sony TX5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the TX30 vs the TX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TX30 and TX5 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TX30 and TX5.

To sum up, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TX30 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony TX30 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger TX30 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.