Sony TX55 vs Sony W230
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Sony TX55 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced February 2009
Sony TX55 vs Sony W230 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Sony TX55 and Sony W230, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the TX55 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TX55 was unveiled 2 years after the W230 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the TX55 grades against the W230 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony TX55 vs Sony W230 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are available at Sony TX55 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Sony W230
TX55 | W230 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | February 2009 | Newer by 30 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Crisper display (+1000k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Sony TX55
W230 | TX55 |
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Common features in the Sony TX55 and Sony W230
TX55 | W230 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Sony TX55 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony TX55 has exterior measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Sony W230 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Sony TX55 and Sony W230 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the TX55 vs the W230.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TX55 and W230 is 97 and 95 respectively.
Sony TX55 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TX55 and W230.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony TX55 to show greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger TX55 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Sony TX55 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-24 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | BIONZ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | XtraFine OLED display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.70 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 109 gr (0.24 lbs) | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | 250 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-BN | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $350 | $180 |