Nikon A100 vs Nikon S1200pj
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Nikon A100 vs Nikon S1200pj Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise 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 Nikon A100 vs Nikon S1200pj Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Nikon A100 vs Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact cameras and both are designed by Nikon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and S1200pj (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A100 was unveiled 4 years after the S1200pj which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the A100 scores versus the S1200pj in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Nikon S1200pj
| A100 | S1200pj | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2016 |  | August 2011 | More modern by 54 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Nikon A100
| S1200pj | A100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon A100 and Nikon S1200pj
| A100 | S1200pj | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon A100 vs Nikon S1200pj Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon A100 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Nikon S1200pj has proportions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the A100 vs the S1200pj.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A100 and S1200pj is 96 and 93 respectively.
Nikon A100 vs Nikon S1200pj Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A100 and S1200pj.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon A100 to render more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer A100 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Nikon A100 vs Nikon S1200pj Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix A100 | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Nikon |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2016-01-14 | 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 | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| 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 | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.9-5.8 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.1 frames/s | 0.8 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 119 grams (0.26 lb) | 186 grams (0.41 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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 life | 250 shots | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL19 | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $162 | $499 |