Nikon S4300 vs Sony TX20

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon S4300 vs Sony TX20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was unveiled within a month of the TX20 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon S4300 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S4300 matches up against the TX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The full galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4300 has outer dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

See the Nikon S4300 vs Sony TX20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S4300 compared to the TX20.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and TX20 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4300 and TX20.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of images although you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration.