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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S6400

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
 
Nikon Coolpix S6400 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S6400 Key Specs

Nikon S1200pj
(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
  • Revealed August 2011
Nikon S6400
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
  • 150g - 95 x 58 x 27mm
  • Announced August 2012
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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S6400 Overview

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon S1200pj versus Nikon S6400, both Ultracompact cameras and both are offered by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the S6400 (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1200pj was released 12 months earlier than the S6400 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the S1200pj matches up vs the S6400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Nikon S6400

 S1200pj S6400 

Reasons to pick Nikon S6400 over the Nikon S1200pj

 S6400 S1200pj 
AnnouncedAugust 2012August 2011More modern by 12 months

Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Nikon S6400

 S1200pj S6400 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display size
Display resolution460k460kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S6400 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1200pj features outside measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Nikon S6400 has proportions of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Nikon S1200pj versus Nikon S6400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S1200pj against the S6400.

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S6400 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and S6400 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S6400 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S6400 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1200pj and S6400.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S6400 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged S1200pj will be behind in sensor tech.

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S6400 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S6400 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S6400 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Portrait photography info
Nikon S6400 Portrait photography info
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
34
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes face detection focus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Street photography advice
Nikon S6400 Street photography advice
54
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
more heavy than average in class (186g)
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
heavier than average in class (150g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Sports photography details
Nikon S6400 Sports photography details
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
max frames per second low (0.8 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
bad battery (160 per charge)
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S1200pj
Travel photography with Nikon S6400
61
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than average in class (186 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
63
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
very long reach (300mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
bad battery (160 CIPA)
heavier than average in class (150g)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Landscape photography info
Nikon S6400 Landscape photography info
42
rather wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual exposure
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
41
decently wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
bad battery (160 per charge)
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Vlogging factors
Nikon S6400 Vlogging factors
29
rather wide (28mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone jack
more heavy than average in class (186 grams)
33
decently wide (25mm)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of external mic port
heavier than average in class (150 grams)
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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S6400 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1200pj and Nikon S6400
 Nikon Coolpix S1200pjNikon Coolpix S6400
General Information
Company Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon Coolpix S1200pj Nikon Coolpix S6400
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-08-24 2012-08-22
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 80 125
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
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) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.1-6.5
Macro focusing distance 3cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 460k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology - TFT LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 0.8 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 186 grams (0.41 pounds) 150 grams (0.33 pounds)
Dimensions 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") 95 x 58 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 life - 160 images
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL12 EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes (10 or 2 seconds)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $499 $500