Sony TX55 vs Sony A33

Let's look a bit more closely at the Sony TX55 and Sony A33, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the TX55 (16MP) and the A33 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the TX55 (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The TX55 was introduced 12 months after the A33 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TX55 matches up versus the A33 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 & Sony SLT-A33. The whole galleries are provided at Sony TX55 Gallery & Sony A33 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony TX55 offers outer dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Sony A33 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TX55 versus the A33.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TX55 and A33 is 97 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX55 and A33.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The TX55 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony TX55 will give greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer TX55 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.