Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100
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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
- Released August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 118g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Announced February 2011
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Nikon S1200pj and Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Nikon. The resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe S1200pj was unveiled 7 months later than the S3100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S1200pj grades against the S3100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and Nikon Coolpix S3100. The full galleries are available at Nikon S1200pj Gallery and Nikon S3100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Nikon S3100
S1200pj | S3100 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | February 2011 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Nikon S1200pj
S3100 | S1200pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Nikon S3100
S1200pj | S3100 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1200pj offers outer dimensions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Nikon S3100 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S1200pj and Nikon S3100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S1200pj compared to the S3100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and S3100 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1200pj and S3100.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer S1200pj provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Nikon Coolpix S3100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Nikon Coolpix S3100 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-08-24 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 186 grams (0.41 pounds) | 118 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 220 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $499 | $139 |