Sony TX5 vs Sony WX70
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Sony TX5 vs Sony WX70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 18mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 114g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
Sony TX5 vs Sony WX70 Overview
Here is a extensive analysis of the Sony TX5 and Sony WX70, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the TX5 (10MP) and WX70 (16MP) and the TX5 (1/2.4") and WX70 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe TX5 was released 23 months prior to the WX70 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX70 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the TX5 matches up versus the WX70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony TX5 vs Sony WX70 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The complete galleries are available at Sony TX5 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TX5 over the Sony WX70
TX5 | WX70 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX70 over the Sony TX5
WX70 | TX5 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | February 2010 | Fresher by 23 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Sony TX5 and Sony WX70
TX5 | WX70 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Sony TX5 vs Sony WX70 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Sony TX5 features outer dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony WX70 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Contrast the Sony TX5 and Sony WX70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the TX5 against the WX70.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TX5 and WX70 is 96 and 97 respectively.
Sony TX5 vs Sony WX70 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX5 and WX70.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TX5 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony WX70 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older TX5 will be behind in sensor innovation.
Sony TX5 vs Sony WX70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony TX5 vs Sony WX70 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-02-18 | 2012-01-30 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.4" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.104 x 4.578mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 2 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.90 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 148 grams (0.33 lb) | 114 grams (0.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BN1 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $239 | $242 |