Sony TX30 vs Sony WX220
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Sony TX30 vs Sony WX220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Introduced July 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2014
Sony TX30 vs Sony WX220 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Sony TX30 and Sony WX220, both Ultracompact cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the TX30 (18MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TX30 was released 6 months before the WX220 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TX30 scores against the WX220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony TX30 vs Sony WX220 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are provided at Sony TX30 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Sony WX220
TX30 | WX220 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 460k | Crisper screen (+769k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Sony TX30
WX220 | TX30 |
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Common features in the Sony TX30 and Sony WX220
TX30 | WX220 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | February 2014 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Sony TX30 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. 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 WX220 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Sony TX30 and Sony WX220 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the TX30 versus the WX220.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TX30 and WX220 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Sony TX30 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The graphic here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TX30 and WX220.
Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos though you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.
Sony TX30 vs Sony WX220 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony TX30 vs Sony WX220 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-07-26 | 2014-02-12 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,229k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | OLED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.70 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 141g (0.31 lbs) | 121g (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 210 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $230 | $198 |