Sony TX7 vs Sony WX9

Below, we will be evaluating the Sony TX7 versus Sony WX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are offered by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the TX7 (10MP) and WX9 (16MP) and the TX7 (1/2.4") and WX9 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The TX7 was manufactured 12 months prior to the WX9 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TX7 matches up against the WX9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony TX7 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony TX7 provides physical measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Sony TX7 versus Sony WX9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the TX7 compared to the WX9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TX7 and WX9 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The image below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TX7 and WX9.

Plainly, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The TX7 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony WX9 will give greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged TX7 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.