Nikon S02 vs Sony TX7
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Nikon S02 vs Sony TX7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 100g - 77 x 51 x 18mm
- Announced September 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Launched January 2010

Nikon S02 vs Sony TX7 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon S02 vs Sony TX7, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the S02 (13MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the S02 (1/3") and TX7 (1/2.4") use totally different sensor sizes.

The S02 was unveiled 3 years after the TX7 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S02 scores versus the TX7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S02 vs Sony TX7 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S02 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S02 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S02 over the Sony TX7
S02 | TX7 | |||
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Launched | September 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 45 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Nikon S02
TX7 | S02 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S02 and Sony TX7
S02 | TX7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon S02 vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S02 features outside dimensions of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Sony TX7 has dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S02 vs Sony TX7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the S02 vs the TX7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S02 and TX7 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S02 vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S02 and TX7.
As you can see, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S02 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon S02 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher S02 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S02 vs Sony TX7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S02 vs Sony TX7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S02 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S02 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2013-09-05 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 1.40 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 100 grams (0.22 lbs) | 149 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 77 x 51 x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 | 210 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Built-in | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | - | 1 |
Retail price | $177 | $300 |