Sony TX9 vs Sony WX30

In this article, we are evaluating the Sony TX9 vs Sony WX30, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the TX9 (12MP) and WX30 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TX9 was revealed 12 months before the WX30 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TX9 scores vs the WX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are provided at Sony TX9 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Sony TX9 has outside measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the TX9 against the WX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TX9 and WX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The image here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TX9 and WX30.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony WX30 to provide more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged TX9 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.