Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1

580 reviews

Apr, 2024

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usability (50)
portability (43)
size (28)
image quality (14)
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screen (12)
price (11)
battery (7)
memory (5)
viewfinder (3)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 580 reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the design and image quality. The size and portability are also mentioned favorably. Many are negative about the zoom and memory. The sensor and storage get mixed views.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 24 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Comments about the zoom and image quality are generally positive. The size and usability are also mentioned favorably, whereas some have doubts about the price and battery.

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88% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 349 user reviews of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com.

87% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by (engadget.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 scores mixed reception

By now you should be thoroughly familiar with Sony's Party-shot-loving and almost unreasonably svelte TX1 compact shooter. Its headline features -- 720p movie...

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by : David Elrich (digitaltrends.com)

Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-TX1 Review

Although it's almost fully developed, it's not all the way there and we would have a hard time recommending it.

Sep, 2009

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 review

With the Cyber-shot DSC-TX1, Sony packed a lot of fun into a little camera. Without getting into all the technology, the ultracompact shines in low-light conditions, can shoot 10 frames per second at full resolution, and creates panorama shots with...

Well designed; several fun, useful features; improved touch-screen interface.

Mixed photo quality.

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 is a first-rate ultracompact party companion that excels at snapshots, but those expecting superb photo quality for its price should pass on it.

Dec, 2009

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Expert review by : Roman Loyola (pcworld.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1

The holiday season is here, as are the accompanying parties and celebratory events. If you're all gussied up, you might as well bring a camera like Sony's fashion-conscious, 10.2-megapixel Cyber-shot DSC TX1 ($380 as of 11/23/2009), a touchscreen...

Well-implemented and easy-to-use touchscreen UI ; Sweep Panorama is a model implementation

Can't change shooting modes quickly ; Small shutter button and fragile zoom switch

The good-looking Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 offers a great panorama feature and a nice touchscreen, but switching between modes is time-consuming.

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by : Kelsey Hazlewood (wired.com)

Review: Sony CyberShot DSC-TX1

Shooting pics of shady characters in low lighting? Sony's new TX1 will capture vibrant images in the darkest conditions.

Thin and light with an impressive touchscreen and amazing low-light capabilities. A fast 10-fps shutter is perfect for sports, kids, animals and the occasional fleeing celebrity. Cool new features like Hand-Held Twilight and Sweep Panorama modes work...

You pay big bucks for such a small cam: Price tag skates close to 4 Benjamins. Confusing menus can make it frustrating to change settings on the fly

Oct, 2009

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Expert review by (electronicsme.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1

If you're in the market for a compact point-and-shoot digital camera, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 definitely deserves to be on your short list, if it's within your budget. It's a bit pricey, but performance is best in class. Low-light operation is...

10.2 megapixel CMOS sensor4X optical zoom3.0 inch LCD touchscreen10 fps continuous shootingExcellent low-light performance

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 is a new 10.2 megapixel compact point-and...

Mar, 2010

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Expert review by : Mark Goldstein (photographyblog.com)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 Review

The Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 is the latest addition to Sony's range of slim and stylish ultra-compact digital cameras. The TX1 isn't just another incremental update, though, because it features the new 10 megapixel “Exmor R” back-illuminated CMOS image...

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 joins the small but growing list of compact cameras that are concentrating on image quality rather than simply increasing the megapixel count, and largely delivers on its promise. But a steep price-tag (particularly in the...

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by (itp.net)

Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-TX1

Sony's DSC-TX1 is to be used almost exclusively via its touchscreen interface. Is it any good?

A sleek camera with some neat functionality but its overall standing is hurt by its uneven photo capture performance.

Mar, 2010

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Expert review by : Roman Loyola (macworld.com)

Review: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 camera

The good-looking Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 offers a great panorama feature and a nice touchscreen, but switching between modes is time-consuming.

Measuring 3.75 by 2.38 by 0.66 inches and weighing five ounces, the DSC-TX1 is small enough to fit into a coat pocket, and it won't take up a lot of room in a purse. The metal body has a front panel that slides down to reveal the camera's 4X Carl Zeiss...

Dec, 2009

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Expert review by : Campbell Simpson (goodgearguide.com.au)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 digital camera

A thin and quick camera with an advanced image processor

Good low light shooting with new image sensor

Bad image noise at high ISO settings

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 is a super-slim camera that packs in a competent image sensor and takes reasonable photos. It's not particularly fast and its high ISO settings introduce significant noise, but it might be a decent camera to take out for a...

Nov, 2009

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