Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S80
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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 133g - 99 x 63 x 17mm
- Introduced September 2010
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S80 Overview
Below is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S80, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are offered by Nikon. The image resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the S80 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S1200pj was revealed 12 months later than the S80 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S1200pj scores against the S80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S80 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj & Nikon Coolpix S80. The full galleries are available at Nikon S1200pj Gallery & Nikon S80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Nikon S80
S1200pj | S80 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | September 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S80 over the Nikon S1200pj
S80 | S1200pj | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 819k | 460k | Clearer display (+359k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Nikon S80
S1200pj | S80 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S80 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1200pj comes with 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 S80 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1200pj and the S80.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and S80 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S80 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The visual here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1200pj and S80.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer S1200pj provides an advantage in sensor tech.
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Nikon S1200pj vs Nikon S80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Nikon Coolpix S80 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Nikon Coolpix S80 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2010-09-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 819 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.8 frames per sec | 1.3 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 186 grams (0.41 pounds) | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 99 x 63 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 150 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $499 | $191 |