Nikon S4100 vs Sony TX200V

Below, we are evaluating the Nikon S4100 and Sony TX200V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the S4100 (14MP) and TX200V (18MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S4100 was unveiled 11 months before the TX200V and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S4100 grades versus the TX200V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S4100 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S4100 provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony TX200V has sizing of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S4100 and Sony TX200V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S4100 versus the TX200V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4100 and TX200V is 99 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S4100 and TX200V.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony TX200V to offer greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older S4100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.