Nikon Z6 II vs Sony TX55
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony TX55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Replaced the Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Released July 2011
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Here, we are reviewing the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony TX55, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and TX55 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and TX55 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z6 II was released 9 years after the TX55 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Z6 II grades against the TX55 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Sony TX55
| Z6 II | TX55 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | October 2020 | July 2011 | Newer by 113 months | |
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
| Display resolution | 2100k | 1230k | Crisper display (+870k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Nikon Z6 II
| TX55 | Z6 II | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 3.3" | 3.2" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Sony TX55
| Z6 II | TX55 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
| Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II has external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Sony TX55 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Z6 II against the TX55.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and TX55 is 61 and 97 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The pic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 II and TX55.
All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z6 II featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z6 II will render more detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Z6 II is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony TX55 Specifications
| Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
| Class | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2011-07-24 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 273 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-4.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
| Total lenses | 15 | - |
| Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3.2 inches | 3.3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 1,230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | XtraFine OLED display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.70 m |
| Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 705 grams (1.55 lbs) | 109 grams (0.24 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 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 | 410 images | 250 images |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | CFexpress Type B / XQD | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
| Card slots | 2 | One |
| Price at release | $1,997 | $350 |