Nikon S7000 vs Sony TX200V

On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon S7000 versus Sony TX200V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S7000 (16MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S7000 was announced 3 years later than the TX200V and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S7000 matches up versus the TX200V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S7000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S7000 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S7000 comes with physical dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony TX200V has sizing of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S7000 versus Sony TX200V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S7000 versus the TX200V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S7000 and TX200V is 94 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S7000 and TX200V.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony TX200V to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer S7000 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.