Nikon S6400 vs Sony TX200V

Following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon S6400 and Sony TX200V, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6400 was introduced 7 months after the TX200V which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S6400 grades versus the TX200V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6400 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6400 has outside measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony TX200V has dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6400 and Sony TX200V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S6400 against the TX200V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S6400 and TX200V is 94 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S6400 and TX200V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony TX200V to provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S6400 will have an edge in sensor tech.