Nikon S230 vs Sony TX9

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S230 versus Sony TX9, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S230 (10MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S230 was brought out 17 months before the TX9 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S230 grades vs the TX9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S230 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S230 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S230 enjoys outer measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sony TX9 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S230 versus Sony TX9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S230 versus the TX9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S230 and TX9 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S230 and TX9.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony TX9 to provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged S230 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.