Nikon S6400 vs Sony TX30
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Nikon S6400 vs Sony TX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 150g - 95 x 58 x 27mm
- Revealed August 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Revealed July 2013
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Below is a in depth assessment of the Nikon S6400 and Sony TX30, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S6400 was brought out 11 months earlier than the TX30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S6400 matches up against the TX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S6400 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6400 over the Sony TX30
| S6400 | TX30 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Nikon S6400
| TX30 | S6400 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2013 |  | August 2012 | More recent by 11 months |
| Manually focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Screen sizing | 3.3" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 1229k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+769k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6400 and Sony TX30
| S6400 | TX30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S6400 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6400 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S6400 against the TX30.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S6400 and TX30 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S6400 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S6400 and TX30.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony TX30 to provide you with more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older S6400 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S6400 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2012-08-22 | 2013-07-26 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.5-4.8 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 1,229k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | OLED monitor |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 150 grams (0.33 lbs) | 141 grams (0.31 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 160 photographs | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $500 | $230 |