Sony TX30 vs Sony W380

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Sony TX30 versus Sony W380, both Ultracompact cameras and both are built by Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the TX30 (18MP) and W380 (14MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TX30 was launched 3 years later than the W380 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the TX30 scores against the W380 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The complete galleries are available at Sony TX30 Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Sony TX30 has external measurements 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 W380 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Sony TX30 versus Sony W380 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the TX30 compared to the W380.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TX30 and W380 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TX30 and W380.

All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony TX30 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern TX30 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.