Nikon S4000 vs Sony TX1
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Nikon S4000 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2010
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- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Launched August 2009
Nikon S4000 vs Sony TX1 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Nikon S4000 versus Sony TX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the S4000 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") provide different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S4000 was launched 7 months later than the TX1 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S4000 matches up versus the TX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S4000 vs Sony TX1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S4000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S4000 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Sony TX1
S4000 | TX1 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | August 2009 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Nikon S4000
TX1 | S4000 |
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Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Sony TX1
S4000 | TX1 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S4000 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S4000 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Nikon S4000 versus Sony TX1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S4000 versus the TX1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and TX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S4000 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S4000 and TX1.
To sum up, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S4000 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon S4000 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher S4000 provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon S4000 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1250s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 131 gr (0.29 pounds) | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $200 | $350 |