Nikon A900 vs Sony TX100V
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Nikon A900 vs Sony TX100V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Announced February 2016
- Refreshed by Nikon A1000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 147g - 97 x 59 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2011
Nikon A900 vs Sony TX100V Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon A900 and Sony TX100V, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and TX100V (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A900 was manufactured 5 years later than the TX100V and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon A900 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A900 matches up against the TX100V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon A900 vs Sony TX100V Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A900 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon A900 Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Sony TX100V
A900 | TX100V | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | January 2011 | Fresher by 63 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Sony TX100V over the Nikon A900
TX100V | A900 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 921k | Clearer display (+308k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon A900 and Sony TX100V
A900 | TX100V | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon A900 vs Sony TX100V Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A900 enjoys external measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Sony TX100V has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon A900 and Sony TX100V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A900 against the TX100V.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A900 and TX100V is 88 and 95 respectively.
Nikon A900 vs Sony TX100V Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A900 and TX100V.
As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon A900 to offer greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A900 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon A900 vs Sony TX100V Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2016-02-23 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine OLED display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 289 gr (0.64 lb) | 147 gr (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 97 x 59 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $400 | $380 |