Nikon L32 vs Sony TX30
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Nikon L32 vs Sony TX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced January 2015
(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
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Introduced July 2013
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Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon L32 vs Sony TX30, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L32 (20MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe L32 was launched 18 months later than the TX30 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the L32 matches up versus the TX30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Sony TX30
| L32 | TX30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2015 |  | July 2013 | Fresher by 18 months |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Nikon L32
| TX30 | L32 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display size | 3.3" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 1229k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+999k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L32 and Sony TX30
| L32 | TX30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
Nikon L32 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L32 comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L32 vs Sony TX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the L32 versus the TX30.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L32 and TX30 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon L32 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L32 and TX30.
As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon L32 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher L32 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon L32 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L32 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix L32 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2013-07-26 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-4.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3.3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,229k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | - | OLED monitor |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.30 m | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lb) | 141 gr (0.31 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 320 images | - |
| Battery form | AA | - |
| Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $120 | $230 |