Sony TX9 vs Sony W510
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Sony TX9 vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" 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
- Launched July 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011
Sony TX9 vs Sony W510 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Sony TX9 vs Sony W510, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both created by Sony. The image resolution of the TX9 (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe TX9 was unveiled 6 months before the W510 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TX9 grades vs the W510 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony TX9 vs Sony W510 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The full galleries are available at Sony TX9 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Sony W510
TX9 | W510 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Sony TX9
W510 | TX9 |
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Common features in the Sony TX9 and Sony W510
TX9 | W510 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | January 2011 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Sony TX9 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX9 has got outer measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony W510 has dimensions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Sony TX9 vs Sony W510 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the TX9 compared to the W510.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TX9 and W510 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Sony TX9 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The picture here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TX9 and W510.
As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account.
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Sony TX9 vs Sony W510 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-07-08 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 2s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.80 m | 2.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 149g (0.33 lb) | 119g (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $799 | $99 |