Nikon L32 vs Sony TX9

Here, we are looking at the Nikon L32 and Sony TX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and TX9 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L32 was launched 4 years after the TX9 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the L32 grades vs the TX9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L32 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L32 Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L32 provides external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony TX9 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the L32 and the TX9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L32 and TX9 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L32 and TX9.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon L32 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent L32 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.