Sony TX55 vs Sony WX1

Let's look a bit more closely at the Sony TX55 vs Sony WX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the TX55 (16MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the TX55 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TX55 was revealed 24 months after the WX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TX55 grades versus the WX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The full galleries are provided at Sony TX55 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony TX55 has got physical dimensions 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 WX1 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony TX55 vs Sony WX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the TX55 against the WX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TX55 and WX1 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TX55 and WX1.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TX55 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony TX55 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern TX55 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.