Sony TX30 vs Sony WX1

Below, we are matching up the Sony TX30 vs Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the TX30 (18MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the TX30 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The TX30 was launched 4 years after the WX1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the TX30 matches up against the WX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony TX30 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Sony TX30 features outer dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the TX30 against the WX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the TX30 and WX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The pic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX30 and WX1.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TX30 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony TX30 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger TX30 should have an edge in sensor tech.