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Sony ICD-TX800 vs OM System LS-P5 Linear PCM Recorder
Sony ICD-TX800 ($150) vs OM System LS-P5 Linear PCM Recorder ($249.99) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right digital recorder.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Sony ICD-TX800 | OM System LS-P5 Linear PCM Recorder |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $150 | $249.99 |
| Weight | 34g | 78g |
| Mics | 3-capsule directional | 3-mic array with swivel stereo mics |
| Format | MP3 / LPCM | — |
| Storage | 16GB internal | 16GB internal plus microSD, FLAC support |
| Battery | 23h | — |
| Dimensions | 9.9mm thin | — |
| Connection | USB-A direct | — |
| Weight | — | 78g with battery (OM System) |
| Quality | — | 96 kHz / 24-bit PCM |
Pros & Cons
Sony ICD-TX800
- No subscription required
- 23h battery life
- 3-mic voice isolation
- Ultra-slim 9.9mm
- USB-A direct transfer
- No AI transcription built-in
- USB-A (no USB-C)
- No wireless sync
OM System LS-P5 Linear PCM Recorder
- 96 kHz / 24-bit recording
- Swivel stereo mics
- 16GB internal plus microSD
- $249.99
- Handheld recorder, not a phone accessory
- Dedicated device to carry and charge
Sony ICD-TX800 is the better value at $150. Both are part of our curated digital recorder index — tap through to check current pricing.