Sony TX5 vs Sony W230

Following is a thorough review of the Sony TX5 and Sony W230, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Sony. The resolution of the TX5 (10MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively similar but the TX5 (1/2.4") and W230 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TX5 was manufactured 13 months after the W230 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the TX5 matches up vs the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are available at Sony TX5 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Sony TX5 comes with physical measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the TX5 against the W230.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TX5 and W230 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The image underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TX5 and W230.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TX5 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony W230 will deliver more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer TX5 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.