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Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-120

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
 
Olympus VG-120 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
24
Overall
31

Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-120 Key Specs

Nikon S1200pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump 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
Olympus VG-120
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
  • Released January 2011
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Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-120 Overview

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S1200pj versus Olympus VG-120, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the VG-120 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1200pj was released 8 months later than the VG-120 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S1200pj scores versus the VG-120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Olympus VG-120

 S1200pj VG-120 
ReleasedAugust 2011January 2011Fresher by 8 months
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Nikon S1200pj

 VG-120 S1200pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Olympus VG-120

 S1200pj VG-120 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen size
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-120 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1200pj offers physical measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Olympus VG-120 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S1200pj vs the VG-120.

Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-120 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and VG-120 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-120 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-120 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S1200pj and VG-120.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger S1200pj is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-120 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-120 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Portrait photography factors
Olympus VG-120 Portrait photography factors
28
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
33
good resolution (14 megapixels)
includes face detection autofocus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1200pj as a Street photography camera
Olympus VG-120 as a Street photography camera
54
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than average (186 grams)
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Sports photography advice
Olympus VG-120 Sports photography advice
35
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
max fps low (0.8 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
26
good resolution (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (160 per charge)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1200pj as a Travel photography camera
Olympus VG-120 as a Travel photography camera
61
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
heavier than average (186 grams)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
62
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse function
terrible battery (160 shots)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Landscape photography info
Olympus VG-120 Landscape photography info
42
fairly wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Time Lapse function
36
decently wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
good resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
terrible battery (160 shots)
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Vlogging details
Olympus VG-120 Vlogging details
29
fairly wide (28mm)
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic support
heavier than average (186g)
28
decently wide (26mm)
includes face detection autofocus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
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Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1200pj and Olympus VG-120
 Nikon Coolpix S1200pjOlympus VG-120
General Information
Company Nikon Olympus
Model Nikon Coolpix S1200pj Olympus VG-120
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-08-24 2011-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by - TruePic III
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 aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/2.8-6.5
Macro focus distance 3cm 7cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 0.8 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m 4.40 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 186 gr (0.41 lbs) 120 gr (0.26 lbs)
Dimensions 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 160 images
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 LI-70B
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $499 $190