Sony Cybershot DSC-TX10

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 15 expert reviews

Excellent:

0
Good:

11
Average:

2
Bad:

2

Pros:

Very nice, slim and smooth design, Easily pocketable, Waterproof, Shockproof, Dustproof, Freezeproof, High-res (921k-dot) 3-inch LCD, Wide-angle lens with optical image stabilization, Full HD video with optical zoom, Stereo recording, Dual Rec captures...

Cons:

Touchscreen is not consistently responsive, Touchscreen doesn't work under water, Difficult to see the LCD in bright light, Slow interface, Movie recording takes several seconds to start, Noise suppression affects even low ISO images, Tends to underex
Poor low light/high ISO performance, Extended lag when movie recording, Screen hard to see in daylight.

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Last revision on May 11, 2020

Reviewers Liked

Very nice, slim and smooth design, Easily pocketable, Waterproof, Shockproof, Dustproof, Freezeproof, High-res (921k-dot) 3-inch LCD, Wide-angle lens with optical image stabilization, Full HD video with optical zoom, Stereo recording, Dual Rec captures

Reviewers Didn't Like

Touchscreen is not consistently responsive, Touchscreen doesn't work under water, Difficult to see the LCD in bright light, Slow interface, Movie recording takes several seconds to start, Noise suppression affects even low ISO images, Tends to underex
Poor low light/high ISO performance, Extended lag when movie recording, Screen hard to see in daylight

Expert reviews and ratings

A great performer with sleek dimensions, the images look as good as the camera itself. It may not appeal to those on a budget, but its durability justifies the investment Overall Our provides the latest photography news, reviews, previews, features...

By Digital Camera Buyer on September 12, 2011

Similar to the Ricoh PX, the stylish TX10 camera won't look out of place in general use when out with friends but is tough enough to survive extreme shooting conditions. It is hampered by quite a hefty price tag, sitting towards the top of the...

By ePHOTOzine on August 11, 2011

The Sony TX10 offers just about the best overall image quality we’ve yet seen in a toughened camera with a folded-lens design. While some processing and compression flaws do become apparent at 100% and above, at lower sizes images deliver plenty...

By Trusted Reviews on June 16, 2011

Sony Cyber-shot TX10 verdict The Sony Cyber-shot TX10 is a 16.2 megapixel compact with a 4x stabilised zoom and a 3 inch touch-sensitive screen. Like earlier TX series models it's very slim, with an integral lens protected by a vertically sliding...

By Camera Labs on June 01, 2011

The Sony Cybershot DSC TX10 has a great range of features, but the overall sharpness of the photosof more distant scenes is slightly disappointing. If you are not planning to make large prints then the issues with picture sharpness are unlikely to...

By Cameras UK on June 01, 2011

If you're on the market for a toughened compact camera that doesn't obviously carry any extra bulk and will look as at home on the counter of the poolside bar as in the pool itself, the Sony CyberShot DSC-TX10 may well fit the bill. For that...

By PhotographyBLOG on May 31, 2011

Best viewed as a feature packed pocket camera with the “extra” of waterproofing etc, rather than the other way around, the TX10 delivers colourful pictures requiring minimal post processing and the smooth and silent lens action is a bonus...

By Pocket-lint on May 25, 2011

Behind a protective slide-open-and-shoot lens cover, the Sony DSC-TX10 hides a folded 4x optical zoom, plus back-lit CMOS sensor delivering 16 megapixel stills and Full HD video. More unexpectedly given its slender 17.9mm depth is the fact that...

By T3 Magazine on May 24, 2011

While it's got plenty of issues, the TX10 is the best rugged camera yet from the 2011...

By CNET Australia on May 13, 2011

With stylish looks, a touchscreen interface, a high-resistance build and responsive electronics, the Sony TX10 has plenty going for it. Unfortunately though, it's let down by a poor-quality...

By DigitalVersus on March 29, 2011

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