Nikon L31 vs Sony TX10
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Nikon L31 vs Sony TX10 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched January 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Introduced August 2011
Nikon L31 vs Sony TX10 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Nikon L31 versus Sony TX10, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L31 (16MP) and the TX10 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe L31 was manufactured 3 years after the TX10 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the L31 grades versus the TX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L31 vs Sony TX10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L31 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L31 Gallery and Sony TX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Sony TX10
L31 | TX10 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | August 2011 | More modern by 42 months | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony TX10 over the Nikon L31
TX10 | L31 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L31 and Sony TX10
L31 | TX10 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display |
Nikon L31 vs Sony TX10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L31 has got external dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony TX10 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L31 versus Sony TX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the L31 compared to the TX10.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L31 and TX10 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon L31 vs Sony TX10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L31 and TX10.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos however you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent L31 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Nikon L31 vs Sony TX10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L31 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L31 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lb) | 133 grams (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | 200 shots | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $0 | $309 |