Nikon S02 vs Nikon S1200pj

On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon S02 versus Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both created by Nikon. The resolution of the S02 (13MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is fairly well matched but the S02 (1/3") and S1200pj (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S02 was released 2 years after the S1200pj which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S02 scores against the S1200pj in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S02 & Nikon Coolpix S1200pj. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S02 Gallery & Nikon S1200pj Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S02 offers external measurements of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1200pj has proportions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S02 versus Nikon S1200pj in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S02 vs the S1200pj.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S02 and S1200pj is 97 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S02 and S1200pj.

All in all, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S02 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon S1200pj will give more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern S02 will have an edge in sensor tech.