Sony TX30 vs Sony W650

Lets look a bit more closely at the Sony TX30 vs Sony W650, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the TX30 (18MP) and the W650 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TX30 was introduced 19 months after the W650 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the TX30 scores vs the W650 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are available at Sony TX30 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony TX30 features exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony W650 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the TX30 and the W650.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TX30 and W650 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The pic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TX30 and W650.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony TX30 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer TX30 provides an advantage in sensor technology.