Sony TX9 vs Sony WX1

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Sony TX9 and Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras and both are created by Sony. The resolution of the TX9 (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is pretty close but the TX9 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The TX9 was manufactured 12 months later than the WX1 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the TX9 matches up versus the WX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The entire galleries are available at Sony TX9 Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony TX9 has 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) whilst the Sony WX1 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the TX9 against the WX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the TX9 and WX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TX9 and WX1.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TX9 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony TX9 will render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent TX9 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.