Sony TX9 vs Sony W810

Below, we will be matching up the Sony TX9 and Sony W810, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are created by Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the TX9 (12MP) and W810 (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TX9 was introduced 4 years earlier than the W810 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TX9 matches up against the W810 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The whole galleries are provided at Sony TX9 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony TX9 enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony W810 has sizing of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Sony TX9 and Sony W810 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the TX9 against the W810.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TX9 and W810 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TX9 and W810.

All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony W810 to show greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older TX9 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.