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Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus 7040

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Olympus Stylus 7040 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus 7040 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Revealed August 2009
Olympus 7040
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 144g - 95 x 56 x 26mm
  • Announced January 2010
  • Other Name is mju 7040
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Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus 7040 Overview

In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus 7040, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was revealed 5 months prior to the 7040 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S1000pj scores against the 7040 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Olympus 7040

 S1000pj 7040 

Reasons to pick Olympus 7040 over the Nikon S1000pj

 7040 S1000pj 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Olympus 7040

 S1000pj 7040 
AnnouncedAugust 2009January 2010Same age
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus 7040 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1000pj enjoys external dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus 7040 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the S1000pj versus the 7040.

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus 7040 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and 7040 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus 7040 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus 7040 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1000pj and 7040.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Olympus 7040 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus 7040 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus 7040 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus 7040 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Portrait photography highlights
Olympus 7040 Portrait photography highlights
21
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Street photography camera
Olympus 7040 as a Street photography camera
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Sports photography info
Olympus 7040 Sports photography info
34
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
39
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Travel photography details
Olympus 7040 Travel photography details
57
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
65
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse mode
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Landscape photography details
Olympus 7040 Landscape photography details
32
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
42
rather wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Vlogging information
Olympus 7040 Vlogging information
28
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic support
29
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone socket
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Nikon S1000pj vs Olympus 7040 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Olympus 7040
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjOlympus Stylus 7040
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Olympus
Model Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Olympus Stylus 7040
Alternative name - mju 7040
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-08-04 2010-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Expeed TruePic III
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 80 64
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-196mm (7.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.0-5.9
Macro focus distance 3cm 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 5.70 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 175 grams (0.39 pounds) 144 grams (0.32 pounds)
Dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") 95 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0")
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 EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 seconds)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SC/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch cost $289 $299