Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus TG-860
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Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus TG-860 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
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 224g - 110 x 64 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Refreshed by Olympus TG-870

Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus TG-860 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Nikon S1200pj and Olympus TG-860, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the TG-860 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S1200pj was launched 4 years before the TG-860 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S1200pj grades against the TG-860 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus TG-860 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj & Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S1200pj Gallery & Olympus TG-860 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Olympus TG-860
S1200pj | TG-860 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-860 over the Nikon S1200pj
TG-860 | S1200pj | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 42 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Olympus TG-860
S1200pj | TG-860 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus TG-860 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S1200pj comes with physical 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 Olympus TG-860 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S1200pj and Olympus TG-860 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S1200pj compared to the TG-860.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and TG-860 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus TG-860 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S1200pj and TG-860.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-860 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged S1200pj is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus TG-860 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus TG-860 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-860 |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-08-24 | 2015-02-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 21-105mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.5-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 0.8fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.00 m (at ISO 1600) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, redeye reduction, fill flash, off, LED illuminator |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (60p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Yes |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 186 gr (0.41 lb) | 224 gr (0.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 300 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $499 | $279 |