Sony TX66 vs Sony W650

Here, we will be analyzing the Sony TX66 vs Sony W650, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. The resolution of the TX66 (18MP) and the W650 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TX66 was unveiled 2 months after the W650 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TX66 matches up versus the W650 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are viewable at Sony TX66 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony TX66 comes with 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 W650 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Sony TX66 vs Sony W650 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the TX66 vs the W650.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TX66 and W650 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The image below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TX66 and W650.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony TX66 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively.