Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4000
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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced February 2010
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4000 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Nikon S1200pj versus Nikon S4000, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the S4000 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S1200pj was released 19 months after the S4000 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the S1200pj matches up against the S4000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and Nikon Coolpix S4000. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S1200pj Gallery and Nikon S4000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Nikon S4000
S1200pj | S4000 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | February 2010 | Newer by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Nikon S1200pj
S4000 | S1200pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Nikon S4000
S1200pj | S4000 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4000 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1200pj enjoys outside measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Nikon S4000 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Nikon S1200pj versus Nikon S4000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1200pj versus the S4000.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and S4000 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1200pj and S4000.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S1200pj to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern S1200pj is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4000 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Nikon Coolpix S4000 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
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) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 0.8 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 186 grams (0.41 lbs) | 131 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $499 | $200 |