Nikon L32 vs Sony TX66
93 Imaging
45 Features
33 Overall
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97 Imaging
42 Features
51 Overall
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Nikon L32 vs Sony TX66 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Released February 2012
Nikon L32 vs Sony TX66 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon L32 and Sony TX66, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L32 (20MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe L32 was manufactured 2 years after the TX66 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the L32 scores vs the TX66 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L32 vs Sony TX66 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L32 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L32 Gallery & Sony TX66 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Sony TX66
L32 | TX66 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | February 2012 | Newer by 36 months | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Nikon L32
TX66 | L32 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 230k | Clearer screen (+1000k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L32 and Sony TX66
L32 | TX66 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Nikon L32 vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L32 offers physical dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony TX66 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L32 and Sony TX66 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the L32 against the TX66.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L32 and TX66 is 93 and 97 respectively.
Nikon L32 vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L32 and TX66.
As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon L32 to give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger L32 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon L32 vs Sony TX66 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L32 vs Sony TX66 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L32 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L32 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.30 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lbs) | 109g (0.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
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 shots | 250 shots |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $120 | $350 |