Sony TX5 vs Sony A65

In this article, we are contrasting the Sony TX5 versus Sony A65, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are produced by Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the TX5 (10MP) and A65 (24MP) and the TX5 (1/2.4") and A65 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The TX5 was released 21 months prior to the A65 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the TX5 grades versus the A65 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 & Sony SLT-A65. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony TX5 Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony TX5 offers exterior dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony A65 has proportions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the TX5 and the A65.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TX5 and A65 is 96 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX5 and A65.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TX5 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Sony A65 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older TX5 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.