Nikon S1100pj vs Sony TX30

Here, we are looking at the Nikon S1100pj vs Sony TX30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the S1100pj (14MP) and TX30 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1100pj was manufactured 3 years prior to the TX30 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S1100pj scores versus the TX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1100pj and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S1100pj Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S1100pj has exterior measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony TX30 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S1100pj vs Sony TX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S1100pj vs the TX30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1100pj and TX30 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1100pj and TX30.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony TX30 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older S1100pj is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.