Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-145
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Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-145 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed July 2011
Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-145 Overview
Here is a in depth review of the Nikon S1200pj and Olympus VG-145, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the VG-145 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S1200pj was manufactured very close to the VG-145 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the S1200pj matches up against the VG-145 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-145 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and Olympus VG-145. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S1200pj Gallery and Olympus VG-145 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Olympus VG-145
S1200pj | VG-145 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Nikon S1200pj
VG-145 | S1200pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Olympus VG-145
S1200pj | VG-145 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | July 2011 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-145 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1200pj has got outside 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 Olympus VG-145 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S1200pj and Olympus VG-145 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S1200pj against the VG-145.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and VG-145 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-145 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1200pj and VG-145.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account.
Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-145 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S1200pj vs Olympus VG-145 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Olympus VG-145 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Olympus VG-145 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2011-07-27 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 0.8 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | 186g (0.41 pounds) | 120g (0.26 pounds) |
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 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 | - | 160 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $499 | $0 |