Sony TX66 vs Sony W330

Below is a in depth overview of the Sony TX66 and Sony W330, both Ultracompact cameras and both are built by Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the TX66 (18MP) and W330 (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TX66 was unveiled 2 years later than the W330 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the TX66 scores versus the W330 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The full galleries are viewable at Sony TX66 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony TX66 comes with outside 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 W330 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Sony TX66 and Sony W330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the TX66 and the W330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TX66 and W330 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TX66 and W330.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony TX66 to show greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent TX66 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.