Nikon L31 vs Sony TX1

The following is a thorough comparison of the Nikon L31 and Sony TX1, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the L31 (16MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the L31 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") have totally different sensor size.

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The L31 was unveiled 5 years after the TX1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the L31 grades against the TX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L31 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L31 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L31 comes with external dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the L31 compared to the TX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L31 and TX1 is 94 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L31 and TX1.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The L31 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon L31 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern L31 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.