Nikon S70 vs Sony TX9

Let's look much closer at the Nikon S70 vs Sony TX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S70 was introduced 11 months earlier than the TX9 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S70 grades versus the TX9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S70 Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S70 enjoys outer dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S70 vs the TX9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S70 and TX9 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S70 and TX9.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older S70 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.