Nikon S4000 vs Sony TX1

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.