Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP1
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Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
Photography Glossary Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP1 Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP1, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe S1200pj was released 20 months after the FP1 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S1200pj scores against the FP1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S1200pj Gallery & Panasonic FP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Panasonic FP1
| S1200pj | FP1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2011 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 20 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Nikon S1200pj
| FP1 | S1200pj |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Panasonic FP1
| S1200pj | FP1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1200pj features outer measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic FP1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the S1200pj and the FP1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and FP1 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S1200pj and FP1.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S1200pj to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer S1200pj should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP1 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2010-01-06 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Venus Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 0.8fps | 6.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 grams (0.41 lbs) | 151 grams (0.33 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 model | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at launch | $499 | $153 |