Casio EX-S7 vs Nikon S1200pj

Following is a detailed review of the Casio EX-S7 versus Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-S7 was unveiled 18 months prior to the S1200pj which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-S7 grades versus the S1200pj with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S7 and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-S7 Gallery and Nikon S1200pj Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S7 offers physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Nikon S1200pj has proportions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-S7 versus Nikon S1200pj in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-S7 against the S1200pj.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S7 and S1200pj is 96 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S7 and S1200pj.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S1200pj to give you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-S7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.