Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony WX500 and Sony TX10 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony WX500 has external dimensions of 102 x 58 x 36 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.42″) and weighs 236 g (0.52 lb / 8.32 oz) (including batteries). Sony TX10 has external dimensions of 96 x 56 x 18 mm (3.78 x 2.2 x 0.71″) and weighs 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony WX500 and the Sony TX10. Sony TX10 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 2mm shorter and 18mm thinner than Sony WX500.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony WX500 and Sony TX10.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony TX10 is significantly lighter (103g ) than the Sony WX500 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the TX10, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the WX500.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony WX500 and Sony TX10's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Sony WX500 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Sony TX10 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to WX500.