Nikon S70 vs Sony TX100V

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon S70 and Sony TX100V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the S70 (12MP) and TX100V (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S70 was revealed 17 months prior to the TX100V making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S70 grades against the TX100V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S70 Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S70 has got outer measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony TX100V has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Nikon S70 and Sony TX100V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the S70 vs the TX100V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S70 and TX100V is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S70 and TX100V.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony TX100V to give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged S70 is going to be behind in sensor technology.