Sony TX30 vs Sony WX5

On this page, we will be looking at the Sony TX30 vs Sony WX5, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the TX30 (18MP) and WX5 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TX30 was released 3 years after the WX5 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TX30 matches up vs the WX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are available at Sony TX30 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX30 enjoys external dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Sony TX30 vs Sony WX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the TX30 compared to the WX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TX30 and WX5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TX30 and WX5.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony TX30 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher TX30 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.