Nikon S02 vs Sony TX55

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon S02 and Sony TX55, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S02 (13MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the S02 (1/3") and TX55 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The S02 was launched 2 years after the TX55 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S02 grades versus the TX55 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S02 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S02 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S02 provides external dimensions 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 TX55 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S02 and Sony TX55 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S02 versus the TX55.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S02 and TX55 is 97 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S02 and TX55.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S02 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony TX55 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer S02 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.