Nikon S80 vs Sony TX66

On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon S80 vs Sony TX66, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the S80 (14MP) and TX66 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S80 was introduced 17 months earlier than the TX66 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S80 grades against the TX66 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S80 Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S80 comes with outer measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony TX66 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check the Nikon S80 vs Sony TX66 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the S80 vs the TX66.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S80 and TX66 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S80 and TX66.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony TX66 to show more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The older S80 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.