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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6200

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Nikon Coolpix S6200 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6200 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Released August 2009
Nikon S6200
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
  • 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
  • Launched August 2011
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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6200 Overview

Following is a complete overview of the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S6200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Nikon. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and S6200 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was launched 3 years prior to the S6200 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the S1000pj grades vs the S6200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Nikon S6200

 S1000pj S6200 

Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Nikon S1000pj

 S6200 S1000pj 
LaunchedAugust 2011August 2009More modern by 25 months
Manual focus More precise focusing

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Nikon S6200

 S1000pj S6200 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6200 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S1000pj features outer dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6200 has sizing of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S1000pj versus Nikon S6200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S1000pj and the S6200.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6200 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and S6200 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6200 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6200 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1000pj and S6200.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S6200 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6200 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6200 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S1000pj
Portrait photography with Nikon S6200
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
40
focusing manually
decent megapixels (16MP)
comes with face detect focusing
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Street photography features
Nikon S6200 Street photography features
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
boasts touch focus
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Sports photography features
Nikon S6200 Sports photography features
34
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S6200 as a Travel photography camera
57
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
70
boasts touch focus
decent megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
very long zoom (250mm)
no Time Lapse function
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Landscape photography information
Nikon S6200 Landscape photography information
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
43
focusing manually
reasonably wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Vlogging highlights
Nikon S6200 Vlogging highlights
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone socket
31
reasonably wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic port
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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S6200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Nikon S6200
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjNikon Coolpix S6200
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Nikon Coolpix S6200
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-08-04 2011-08-24
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed Expeed C2
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Max enhanced ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.2-5.6
Macro focus range 3cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175 gr (0.39 lb) 160 gr (0.35 lb)
Physical dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 pictures
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch price $289 $229