Nikon S80 vs Sony TX30

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon S80 and Sony TX30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the S80 (14MP) and TX30 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S80 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the TX30 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S80 grades versus the TX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S80 Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S80 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S80 and the TX30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S80 and TX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The pic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S80 and TX30.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony TX30 to offer extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S80 is going to be behind in sensor tech.