Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S2900

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both manufactured by Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the S1200pj (14MP) and S2900 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1200pj was brought out 4 years before the S2900 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the S1200pj scores against the S2900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and Nikon Coolpix S2900. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S1200pj Gallery and Nikon S2900 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S1200pj enjoys physical dimensions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Nikon S2900 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S2900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S1200pj compared to the S2900.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and S2900 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1200pj and S2900.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S2900 to render more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older S1200pj will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.