Sony TX9 vs Sony A68

Let's take a closer look at the Sony TX9 and Sony A68, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are manufactured by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the TX9 (12MP) and A68 (24MP) and the TX9 (1/2.3") and A68 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The TX9 was manufactured 6 years prior to the A68 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TX9 grades versus the A68 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 and Sony SLT-A68. The entire galleries are provided at Sony TX9 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony TX9 has got exterior dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony A68 has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

See the Sony TX9 and Sony A68 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the TX9 and the A68.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TX9 and A68 is 95 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The visual underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX9 and A68.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The TX9 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A68 will result in extra detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older TX9 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.