Sony TX5 vs Sony W550

Here is a thorough overview of the Sony TX5 versus Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both designed by Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the TX5 (10MP) and W550 (14MP) and the TX5 (1/2.4") and W550 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The TX5 was launched 17 months prior to the W550 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TX5 scores versus the W550 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony TX5 Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Sony TX5 features exterior dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony W550 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Sony TX5 versus Sony W550 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the TX5 versus the W550.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TX5 and W550 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TX5 and W550.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TX5 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony W550 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The older TX5 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.