Sony TX66 vs Sony WX70

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Sony TX66 and Sony WX70, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the TX66 (18MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TX66 was released very close to the WX70 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX70 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the TX66 scores versus the WX70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The complete galleries are available at Sony TX66 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony TX66 enjoys physical 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 WX70 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check the Sony TX66 and Sony WX70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the TX66 against the WX70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TX66 and WX70 is 97 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX66 and WX70.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony TX66 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively.