Sony TX30 vs Sony W620

Here, we will be matching up the Sony TX30 vs Sony W620, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the TX30 (18MP) and W620 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TX30 was manufactured 19 months later than the W620 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the TX30 matches up versus the W620 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are available at Sony TX30 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Sony TX30 offers 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) while the Sony W620 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the TX30 vs the W620.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TX30 and W620 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX30 and W620.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony TX30 to result in greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent TX30 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.