Nikon A100 vs Sony TX66
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Nikon A100 vs Sony TX66 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2016
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Announced February 2012
Nikon A100 vs Sony TX66 Overview
The following is a complete review of the Nikon A100 vs Sony TX66, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A100 (20MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A100 was released 3 years after the TX66 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A100 matches up vs the TX66 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon A100 vs Sony TX66 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The complete galleries are available at Nikon A100 Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Sony TX66
A100 | TX66 | |||
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Announced | January 2016 | February 2012 | Newer by 48 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Nikon A100
TX66 | A100 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3.3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Crisper display (+1000k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon A100 and Sony TX66
A100 | TX66 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon A100 vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon A100 enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony TX66 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
See the Nikon A100 vs Sony TX66 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the A100 against the TX66.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A100 and TX66 is 96 and 97 respectively.
Nikon A100 vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A100 and TX66.
As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon A100 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern A100 should have a benefit in sensor tech.
Nikon A100 vs Sony TX66 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon A100 vs Sony TX66 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2016-01-14 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3.3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.1 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 119g (0.26 lbs) | 109g (0.24 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $162 | $350 |