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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S70

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
 
Nikon Coolpix S70 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S70 Key Specs

Nikon S1200pj
(Full Review)
  • 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
Nikon S70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
  • Announced August 2009
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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S70 Overview

Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S70, both Ultracompact cameras and both are designed by Nikon. The image resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the S70 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1200pj was launched 2 years after the S70 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S1200pj scores against the S70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Nikon S70

 S1200pj S70 
AnnouncedAugust 2011August 2009More modern by 25 months
Screen resolution460k288kClearer screen (+172k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Nikon S1200pj

 S70 S1200pj 
Screen dimension3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Nikon S70

 S1200pj S70 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S70 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S1200pj comes with outer measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Nikon S70 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the S1200pj versus the S70.

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S70 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and S70 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S70 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S70 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The pic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S1200pj and S70.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S1200pj to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S1200pj provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S70 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S70 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1200pj as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S70 as a Portrait photography camera
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Street photography details
Nikon S70 Street photography details
54
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than competitors (186g)
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
more heavy than competition in class (160 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Sports photography advice
Nikon S70 Sports photography advice
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
slow continuous shooting (0.8 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
34
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Travel photography highlights
Nikon S70 Travel photography highlights
61
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors (186g)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
56
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than competition in class (160g)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Landscape photography advice
Nikon S70 Landscape photography advice
42
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
37
reasonably wide (28mm)
lovely big screen (3.5 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual exposure
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Vlogging factors
Nikon S70 Vlogging factors
29
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic jack
heavier than competitors (186g)
30
reasonably wide (28mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone jack
more heavy than competition in class (160g)
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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1200pj and Nikon S70
 Nikon Coolpix S1200pjNikon Coolpix S70
General Information
Company Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon Coolpix S1200pj Nikon Coolpix S70
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-08-24 2009-08-04
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Expeed
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
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 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focusing distance 3cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3.5 inches
Screen resolution 460k dot 288k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting speed 0.8 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
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 data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone 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) 160 grams (0.35 lbs)
Dimensions 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" 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-EL12
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $499 $290