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Sony TX7 vs Sony WX1

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
34
Overall
33
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
18
Overall
27

Sony TX7 vs Sony WX1 Key Specs

Sony TX7
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
  • 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
  • Released January 2010
Sony WX1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 160 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
  • 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
  • Revealed August 2009
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Sony TX7 vs Sony WX1 Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the Sony TX7 vs Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the TX7 (10MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.4").

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The TX7 was manufactured 6 months after the WX1 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the TX7 grades against the WX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Sony WX1

 TX7 WX1 
Screen sizing3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution921k230kSharper screen (+691k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Sony TX7

 WX1 TX7 

Common features in the Sony TX7 and Sony WX1

 TX7 WX1 
RevealedJanuary 2010August 2009Same generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Sony TX7 vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Sony TX7 offers external dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony TX7 vs Sony WX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the TX7 vs the WX1.

Sony TX7 vs Sony WX1 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TX7 and WX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Sony TX7 vs Sony WX1 top view buttons comparison

Sony TX7 vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TX7 and WX1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Sony TX7 vs Sony WX1 sensor size comparison

Sony TX7 vs Sony WX1 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony TX7 vs Sony WX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sony TX7
Portrait photography with Sony WX1
19
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
megapixel count low (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.4")
has no RAW format
19
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.4")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Sony TX7 Street photography highlights
Sony WX1 Street photography highlights
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus via touch
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.4")
has no RAW format
heavier than average in class (149g)
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.4")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competition in class (149g)
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Sports Comparison

Sony TX7 Sports photography highlights
Sony WX1 Sports photography highlights
26
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.4")
has no phase detect auto focus
26
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.4")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sony TX7
Travel photography with Sony WX1
59
includes focus via touch
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average in class (149 grams)
megapixel count low (10MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
56
has built in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (149 grams)
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony TX7 Landscape photography details
Sony WX1 Landscape photography details
36
really wide (25mm)
big screen (3.5")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.4")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
31
reasonably wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.4)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.4")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony TX7 Vlogging highlights
Sony WX1 Vlogging highlights
32
really wide (25mm)
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external mic port
heavier than average in class (149g)
28
reasonably wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.4)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic port
heavier than competition in class (149 grams)
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Sony TX7 vs Sony WX1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony TX7 and Sony WX1
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1
General Information
Make Sony Sony
Model type Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-01-07 2009-08-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.4" 1/2.4"
Sensor dimensions 6.104 x 4.578mm 6.104 x 4.578mm
Sensor surface area 27.9mm² 27.9mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3456 x 2592 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 125 160
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-4.6 f/2.4-5.9
Macro focusing range 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3.5 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 921k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 2s 2s
Max shutter speed 1/1600s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.80 m 5.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format AVCHD -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 149 gr (0.33 pounds) 149 gr (0.33 pounds)
Dimensions 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-BN1 -
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $300 $149