Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4100
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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4100 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
- Launched August 2011
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2011
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4100 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Nikon S1200pj versus Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are offered by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the S4100 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe S1200pj was announced 7 months after the S4100 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S1200pj matches up versus the S4100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj & Nikon Coolpix S4100. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S1200pj Gallery & Nikon S4100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Nikon S4100
S1200pj | S4100 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | February 2011 | Newer by 7 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Nikon S1200pj
S4100 | S1200pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Nikon S4100
S1200pj | S4100 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4100 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1200pj comes with physical 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 S4100 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S1200pj versus Nikon S4100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S1200pj versus the S4100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and S4100 is 93 and 99 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1200pj and S4100.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer S1200pj will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S4100 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Nikon Coolpix S4100 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2011-02-09 |
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 | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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) | - |
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 Overall 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 life | - | 190 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $499 | $140 |