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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3100 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100 Key Specs

Nikon S1200pj
(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
Nikon S3100
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Nikon S3100

 S1200pj S3100 
AnnouncedAugust 2011February 2011Fresher by 7 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Nikon S1200pj

 S3100 S1200pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Nikon S3100

 S1200pj S3100 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and S3100 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100 top view buttons comparison

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.

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Portrait photography features
Nikon S3100 Portrait photography features
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
33
good MP (14MP)
provides face detect autofocus
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon S1200pj
Street photography with Nikon S3100
54
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
more heavy than average (186g)
48
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1200pj as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S3100 as a Sports photography camera
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
continuous shooting slow (0.8 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
32
good MP (14MP)
provides tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Travel photography factors
Nikon S3100 Travel photography factors
61
megapixel count good (14MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than average (186 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
65
good MP (14MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Landscape photography features
Nikon S3100 Landscape photography features
42
relatively wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
33
relatively wide (26mm)
good MP (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S1200pj
Vlogging with Nikon S3100
29
relatively wide (28mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone socket
more heavy than average (186 grams)
28
relatively wide (26mm)
provides face detect autofocus
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic jack
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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S3100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1200pj and Nikon S3100
 Nikon Coolpix S1200pjNikon Coolpix S3100
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