Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1
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![Nikon Coolpix S2900 front Nikon Coolpix S2900 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S2900/Nikon-S2900-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX1/Sony-TX1-front.jpg)
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Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2015
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Revealed August 2009
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Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Nikon S2900 and Sony TX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the S2900 (20MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the S2900 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") feature totally different sensor size.
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The S2900 was revealed 5 years after the TX1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S2900 grades versus the TX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S2900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S2900 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Sony TX1
S2900 | TX1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 67 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Nikon S2900
TX1 | S2900 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S2900 and Sony TX1
S2900 | TX1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S2900 has external dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S2900 and Sony TX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S2900 vs the TX1.
![Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 size comparison Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S2900-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX1-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2900 and TX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 top view buttons comparison Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S2900-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S2900 and TX1.
As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S2900 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon S2900 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger S2900 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 sensor size comparison Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S2900-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S2900-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S2900 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2009-08-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1250s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 119 gr (0.26 lb) | 142 gr (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $117 | $350 |