Sony TX66 vs Sony TX7
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Sony TX66 vs Sony TX7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2010
Sony TX66 vs Sony TX7 Overview
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.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 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.
Sony TX66 vs Sony TX7 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Sony TX7
TX66 | TX7 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | January 2010 | Fresher by 27 months | |
Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display resolution | 1230k | 921k | Clearer display (+309k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Sony TX66
TX7 | TX66 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3.3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Sony TX66 and Sony TX7
TX66 | TX7 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Sony TX66 vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Sony TX66 versus Sony TX7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Sony TX66 vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Sony TX66 vs Sony TX7 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2012-02-28 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | BIONZ | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 109 grams (0.24 lb) | 149 grams (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-BN | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $350 | $300 |