Nikon S3000 vs Sony TX9

Lets look more in depth at the Nikon S3000 vs Sony TX9, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3000 was released 5 months prior to the TX9 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S3000 matches up vs the TX9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S3000 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3000 enjoys physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony TX9 has dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S3000 vs Sony TX9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S3000 and the TX9.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3000 and TX9 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The photograph below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3000 and TX9.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account.