Sony TX66 vs Sony WX9

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Sony TX66 versus Sony WX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both offered by Sony. The image resolution of the TX66 (18MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TX66 was announced 14 months later than the WX9 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the TX66 scores against the WX9 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are provided at Sony TX66 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX66 comes with outside dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Sony WX9 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Sony TX66 versus Sony WX9 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the TX66 compared to the WX9.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TX66 and WX9 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TX66 and WX9.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony TX66 to offer greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher TX66 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.