Nikon S3100 vs Sony TX5

Lets look more in depth at the Nikon S3100 and Sony TX5, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the S3100 (14MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the S3100 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor size.

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The S3100 was announced 12 months later than the TX5 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S3100 scores vs the TX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S3100 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3100 provides physical dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony TX5 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S3100 and Sony TX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S3100 and the TX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S3100 and TX5 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3100 and TX5.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S3100 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon S3100 will show extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher S3100 will have an advantage in sensor tech.