Sony TX5 vs Sony WX5

Its time to look closer at the Sony TX5 and Sony WX5, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the TX5 (10MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is fairly close but the TX5 (1/2.4") and WX5 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The TX5 was released 4 months before the WX5 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TX5 scores versus the WX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony TX5 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX5 features exterior measurements 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 WX5 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Sony TX5 and Sony WX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the TX5 vs the WX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TX5 and WX5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TX5 and WX5.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TX5 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony WX5 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively.