Sony NEX-6 vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sony NEX-6 and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Sony NEX-6 was introduced in March 2013 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 was introduced in August 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony NEX-6 over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 over Sony NEX-6.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Sony NEX-6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 have 3.0" screens with 921k dot and 230k dot resolutions respectively. Sony NEX-6 has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 has a Fixed screen Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment

Electronic Viewfinder on Sony NEX-6

Sony NEX-6 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,359k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage and 1.09x (0.73x 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1.

Sony NEX-6 features a 16.1 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 366.6 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 25,600. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 features a 10.2 megapixel 1/2.4-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.104 x 4.578 mm and a total area of 21 mm². Its native ISO range is 125 - 3,200.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Sony NEX-6 is equipped with BIONZ processor and can take pictures up to 4912 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4912 x 2760, 3568 x 2368, 3568 x 2000, 2448 x 1624, 2448 x 1376 with 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 is equipped with Bionz processor and can take pictures up to 3648 x 2736 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3648 x 2432, 3648 x 2056, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 has an image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Sony NEX-6

Sony NEX-6 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Sony NEX-6 has a Mini Type C HDMI and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 has an HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Sony NEX-6 comes with NPFW50 battery pack with battery life of 360 shots.

External Storage Slots

Sony NEX-6 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo card slot. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 has a single Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Sony NEX-6, and up to 1/1250 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. Sony NEX-6 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 6.00 m on Sony NEX-6 and 3.00 m on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. Sony NEX-6 also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe or Wireless connection. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/160 sec on Sony NEX-6.

Sony NEX-6 body has dimensions of 120 x 67 x 43 mm (4.72 x 2.64 x 1.69") and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 body has dimensions of 94 x 58 x 17 mm (3.7 x 2.28 x 0.67"). Sony NEX-6 weighs 345 g (0.76 lb / 12.17 oz) and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 weighs 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz).

Sony NEX-6

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1

120 mm

67 mm

94 mm

58 mm

67 mm

58 mm

43 mm

17 mm