Nikon Z50 vs Sony TX66
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Nikon Z50 vs Sony TX66 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Launched October 2019
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Introduced February 2012

Nikon Z50 vs Sony TX66 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Nikon Z50 and Sony TX66, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is very similar but the Z50 (APS-C) and TX66 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

The Z50 was introduced 7 years after the TX66 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the Z50 scores versus the TX66 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon Z50 vs Sony TX66 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z50 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Sony TX66 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Sony TX66
Z50 | TX66 | |||
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Introduced | October 2019 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 93 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Nikon Z50
TX66 | Z50 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.3" | ![]() | 3.2" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper display (+190k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Sony TX66
Z50 | TX66 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z50 vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon Z50 provides outer measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Sony TX66 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z50 and Sony TX66 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Z50 compared to the TX66.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z50 and TX66 is 74 and 97 respectively.

Nikon Z50 vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z50 and TX66.
Clearly, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z50 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z50 will offer you extra detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger Z50 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon Z50 vs Sony TX66 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z50 vs Sony TX66 Specifications
Nikon Z50 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Z50 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2019-10-10 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 209 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3.3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 3.10 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 397g (0.88 lb) | 109g (0.24 lb) |
Dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery type | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $857 | $350 |