Sony TX66 vs Sony TX7

Here, we are looking at the Sony TX66 versus Sony TX7, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both offered by Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the TX66 (18MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the TX66 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The TX66 was released 2 years later than the TX7 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the TX66 grades against the TX7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The complete galleries are provided at Sony TX66 Gallery & Sony TX7 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Sony TX66 has external dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Sony TX7 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the TX66 compared to the TX7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the TX66 and TX7 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX66 and TX7.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TX66 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony TX66 will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent TX66 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.