Nikon S8100 vs Sony TX20

Following is a in-depth review of the Nikon S8100 versus Sony TX20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the S8100 (12MP) and TX20 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S8100 was announced 17 months earlier than the TX20 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S8100 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the S8100 scores versus the TX20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8100 features external measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S8100 versus Sony TX20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S8100 compared to the TX20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8100 and TX20 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S8100 and TX20.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony TX20 to resolve more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S8100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.