Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S1200pj
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Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S1200pj Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
- Announced August 2011
Photography Glossary Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S1200pj Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm J30 and Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm J30 (12MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm J30 grades vs the S1200pj when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix J30 & Nikon Coolpix S1200pj. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm J30 Gallery & Nikon S1200pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm J30 over the Nikon S1200pj
| Fujifilm J30 | S1200pj |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Fujifilm J30
| S1200pj | Fujifilm J30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | August 2011 |  | July 2009 | Fresher by 25 months |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm J30 and Nikon S1200pj
| Fujifilm J30 | S1200pj | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S1200pj Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm J30 features outer measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon S1200pj has dimensions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm J30 and Nikon S1200pj in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm J30 compared to the S1200pj.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm J30 and S1200pj is 96 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S1200pj Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm J30 and S1200pj.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S1200pj to provide you with more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm J30 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S1200pj Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm J30 vs Nikon S1200pj Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix J30 | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 2011-08-24 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.9-5.8 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 0.8 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 133g (0.29 lb) | 186g (0.41 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | NP-45A | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $150 | $499 |