Sony TX30 vs Sony W370

Here, we are comparing the Sony TX30 and Sony W370, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the TX30 (18MP) and W370 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TX30 was revealed 3 years after the W370 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TX30 grades versus the W370 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are provided at Sony TX30 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony TX30 comes with 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 W370 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the TX30 compared to the W370.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TX30 and W370 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TX30 and W370.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony TX30 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger TX30 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.