Nikon S4100 vs Sony TX55

Below is a complete analysis of the Nikon S4100 versus Sony TX55, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S4100 (14MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S4100 was introduced 5 months prior to the TX55 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S4100 grades vs the TX55 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S4100 Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S4100 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S4100 vs the TX55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4100 and TX55 is 99 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4100 and TX55.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony TX55 to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively.