Nikon S01 vs Sony TX30
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Nikon S01 vs Sony TX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 96g - 77 x 52 x 17mm
- Introduced June 2013
(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
- Released July 2013

Nikon S01 vs Sony TX30 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Nikon S01 and Sony TX30, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the S01 (10MP) and TX30 (18MP) and the S01 (1/2.9") and TX30 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

The S01 was revealed at a similar time to the TX30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the S01 grades vs the TX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S01 vs Sony TX30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S01 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S01 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S01 over the Sony TX30
S01 | TX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Nikon S01
TX30 | S01 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 3.3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S01 and Sony TX30
S01 | TX30 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | July 2013 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S01 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S01 has got external dimensions of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs) while the Sony TX30 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S01 and Sony TX30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S01 against the TX30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S01 and TX30 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S01 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S01 and TX30.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S01 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Sony TX30 will produce extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively.

Nikon S01 vs Sony TX30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S01 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S01 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S01 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2013-07-26 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.9" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.96 x 3.72mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 18.5mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 7.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3.3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 1.20 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 96 gr (0.21 lbs) | 141 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 77 x 52 x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 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 | 190 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Built-in | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Card slots | - | 1 |
Cost at release | $170 | $230 |