Nikon S70 vs Sony TX1
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Nikon S70 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Released August 2009

Nikon S70 vs Sony TX1 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon S70 and Sony TX1, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is relatively close but the S70 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") posses different sensor size.

The S70 was introduced at a similar time to the TX1 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the S70 scores against the TX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S70 vs Sony TX1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S70 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Sony TX1
S70 | TX1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 288k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+58k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Nikon S70
TX1 | S70 |
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Common features in the Nikon S70 and Sony TX1
S70 | TX1 | |||
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Released | August 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S70 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S70 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S70 and Sony TX1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the S70 and the TX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S70 and TX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S70 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S70 and TX1.
To sum up, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S70 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S70 will result in greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively.

Nikon S70 vs Sony TX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S70 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 288k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1250s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 142g (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $290 | $350 |