Nikon S220 vs Sony TX55

Below is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S220 versus Sony TX55, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S220 (10MP) and TX55 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S220 was launched 3 years earlier than the TX55 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S220 scores against the TX55 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S220 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S220 Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S220 provides outside measurements of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Sony TX55 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the S220 versus the TX55.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S220 and TX55 is 97 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S220 and TX55.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony TX55 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older S220 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.