Nikon L32 vs Sony TX5

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon L32 vs Sony TX5, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the L32 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") feature different sensor size.

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The L32 was released 4 years after the TX5 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the L32 matches up against the TX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L32 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L32 Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L32 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony TX5 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the L32 against the TX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the L32 and TX5 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L32 and TX5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The L32 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Nikon L32 will render greater detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger L32 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.