Sony TX66 vs Sony W290

Here is a complete review of the Sony TX66 and Sony W290, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the TX66 (18MP) and W290 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TX66 was announced 3 years later than the W290 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W290 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the TX66 grades vs the W290 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony TX66 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX66 provides 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) whilst the Sony W290 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Sony TX66 and Sony W290 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the TX66 and the W290.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TX66 and W290 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX66 and W290.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony TX66 to produce greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger TX66 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.