Sony TX30 vs Sony WX80

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Sony TX30 and Sony WX80, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the TX30 (18MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TX30 was introduced 7 months later than the WX80 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TX30 matches up versus the WX80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The whole galleries are available at Sony TX30 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony TX30 enjoys external dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Sony TX30 and Sony WX80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the TX30 versus the WX80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TX30 and WX80 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX30 and WX80.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony TX30 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger TX30 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.