Nikon S70 vs Sony TX30
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Nikon S70 vs Sony TX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Announced July 2013
Nikon S70 vs Sony TX30 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Nikon S70 and Sony TX30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the S70 (12MP) and TX30 (18MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S70 was manufactured 5 years before the TX30 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S70 matches up vs the TX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S70 vs Sony TX30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S70 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Sony TX30
S70 | TX30 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 3.3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Nikon S70
TX30 | S70 | |||
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Announced | July 2013 | August 2009 | Newer by 48 months | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 1229k | 288k | Crisper display (+941k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S70 and Sony TX30
S70 | TX30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon S70 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S70 comes with exterior measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S70 and Sony TX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the S70 compared to the TX30.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S70 and TX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S70 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The image here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S70 and TX30.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony TX30 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged S70 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
Nikon S70 vs Sony TX30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S70 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2013-07-26 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inch | 3.3 inch |
Display resolution | 288 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) | 141 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 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 model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $290 | $230 |