Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S1200pj

Following is a extended comparison of the Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both built by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S1100pj (14MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1100pj was announced 12 months prior to the S1200pj and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S1100pj grades vs the S1200pj in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1100pj and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S1100pj Gallery and Nikon S1200pj Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1100pj provides exterior measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1200pj has measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S1200pj in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S1100pj against the S1200pj.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1100pj and S1200pj is 93 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The image below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1100pj and S1200pj.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos but you should really take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged S1100pj is going to be behind in sensor tech.