Sony TX5 vs Sony W350

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Sony TX5 and Sony W350, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the TX5 (10MP) and W350 (14MP) and the TX5 (1/2.4") and W350 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TX5 was brought out 2 months later than the W350 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TX5 grades vs the W350 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony TX5 Gallery & Sony W350 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX5 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony W350 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the TX5 vs the W350.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TX5 and W350 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the TX5 and W350.

As you can see, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TX5 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony W350 will offer you more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.