Nikon S1000pj vs Sony H20
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Nikon S1000pj vs Sony H20 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost 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
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Launched May 2009
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Below is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon S1000pj vs Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the H20 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S1000pj was released 3 months later than the H20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S1000pj matches up against the H20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Sony H20
| S1000pj | H20 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Nikon S1000pj
| H20 | S1000pj | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
| Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Sony H20
| S1000pj | H20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2009 | May 2009 | Similar age | |
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S1000pj vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1000pj features exterior measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony H20 has dimensions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S1000pj vs Sony H20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S1000pj and the H20.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and H20 is 94 and 87 respectively.
Nikon S1000pj vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and H20.
Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S1000pj to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively.
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Nikon S1000pj vs Sony H20 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2009-05-14 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.5-4.4 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 2cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 7.10 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 250 grams (0.55 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $289 | $249 |