Nikon S6900 vs Sony TX7

On this page, we are comparing the Nikon S6900 versus Sony TX7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the S6900 (16MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the S6900 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The S6900 was brought out 5 years later than the TX7 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S6900 grades against the TX7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6900 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6900 Gallery & Sony TX7 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6900 offers outside dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony TX7 has dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S6900 versus Sony TX7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S6900 vs the TX7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S6900 and TX7 is 93 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The photograph here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6900 and TX7.

All in all, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S6900 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S6900 will give you more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger S6900 will have a benefit in sensor technology.