Sony TX7 vs Sony A55

Its time to look much closer at the Sony TX7 versus Sony A55, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both manufactured by Sony. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the TX7 (10MP) and A55 (16MP) and the TX7 (1/2.4") and A55 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The TX7 was revealed 7 months before the A55 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TX7 matches up against the A55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 & Sony SLT-A55. The full galleries are provided at Sony TX7 Gallery & Sony A55 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony TX7 comes with outer measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony A55 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Analyze the Sony TX7 versus Sony A55 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the TX7 compared to the A55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TX7 and A55 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The photograph here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TX7 and A55.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TX7 using its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony A55 will offer you more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older TX7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.