Sony TX7 vs Sony W570

Below, we are reviewing the Sony TX7 versus Sony W570, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the TX7 (10MP) and W570 (16MP) and the TX7 (1/2.4") and W570 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The TX7 was announced 12 months before the W570 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TX7 scores versus the W570 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The whole galleries are available at Sony TX7 Gallery & Sony W570 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony TX7 comes with external measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony W570 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Sony TX7 versus Sony W570 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the TX7 versus the W570.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TX7 and W570 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TX7 and W570.

Plainly, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The TX7 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony W570 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older TX7 will be behind in sensor technology.