Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon S1200pj

The following is a complete analysis of the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and S1200pj (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XQ1 was revealed 2 years after the S1200pj which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm XQ1 scores vs the S1200pj in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XQ1 & Nikon Coolpix S1200pj. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery & Nikon S1200pj Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XQ1 enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon S1200pj has sizing of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

See the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Nikon S1200pj in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 and the S1200pj.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XQ1 and S1200pj is 92 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XQ1 and S1200pj.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ1 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon S1200pj will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XQ1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.