Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5
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![Nikon Coolpix S02 front Nikon Coolpix S02 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S02/Nikon-S02-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX5.jpg)
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Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 100g - 77 x 51 x 18mm
- Launched September 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 18mm
- Launched February 2010
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Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Nikon S02 versus Sony TX5, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the S02 (13MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the S02 (1/3") and TX5 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor size.
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The S02 was announced 3 years after the TX5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S02 matches up versus the TX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S02 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S02 Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S02 over the Sony TX5
S02 | TX5 | |||
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Launched | September 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 44 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX5 over the Nikon S02
TX5 | S02 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S02 and Sony TX5
S02 | TX5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S02 comes with exterior measurements of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Sony TX5 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S02 versus Sony TX5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S02 and the TX5.
![Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 size comparison Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S02-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX5-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S02 and TX5 is 97 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 top view buttons comparison Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S02-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The pic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S02 and TX5.
Plainly, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S02 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Nikon S02 will result in greater detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The younger S02 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 sensor size comparison Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S02-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S02-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S02 vs Sony TX5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S02 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S02 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2013-09-05 | 2010-02-18 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | - | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | - | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 1.40 m | 2.90 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps); High-speed: 1920 x 1080 (15 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 100g (0.22 pounds) | 148g (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 77 x 51 x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 94 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Built-in | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | - | One |
Price at launch | $177 | $239 |