Sony TX5 vs Sony W560

Let's look more closely at the Sony TX5 vs Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the TX5 (10MP) and W560 (14MP) and the TX5 (1/2.4") and W560 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The TX5 was announced 10 months earlier than the W560 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TX5 grades versus the W560 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are available at Sony TX5 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony TX5 has external dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony W560 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Analyze the Sony TX5 vs Sony W560 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the TX5 and the W560.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TX5 and W560 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX5 and W560.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TX5 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony W560 will deliver more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The older TX5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.