Sony TX66 vs Sony ZV-1

Below, we are looking at the Sony TX66 vs Sony ZV-1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Sony. The resolution of the TX66 (18MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is very similar but the TX66 (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The TX66 was revealed 9 years earlier than the ZV-1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the TX66 matches up vs the ZV-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 & Sony ZV-1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony TX66 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX66 offers external measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the TX66 against the ZV-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TX66 and ZV-1 is 97 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TX66 and ZV-1.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TX66 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony ZV-1 will offer greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TX66 is going to be behind in sensor tech.