Sony TX30 vs Sony WX30

On this page, we are matching up the Sony TX30 versus Sony WX30, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the TX30 (18MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TX30 was launched 2 years later than the WX30 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the TX30 matches up versus the WX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The complete galleries are available at Sony TX30 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony TX30 has got outer dimensions 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 WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Sony TX30 versus Sony WX30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the TX30 and the WX30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TX30 and WX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The photograph here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX30 and WX30.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony TX30 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The newer TX30 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.