Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP2
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Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP2 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- Launched January 2010
Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP2 Overview
Here is a in-depth overview of the Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S1200pj was announced 20 months later than the FP2 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S1200pj grades vs the FP2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S1200pj Gallery & Panasonic FP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Panasonic FP2
S1200pj | FP2 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 20 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Nikon S1200pj
FP2 | S1200pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Panasonic FP2
S1200pj | FP2 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1200pj has got exterior dimensions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP2 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S1200pj and the FP2.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S1200pj and FP2 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1200pj and FP2.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern S1200pj is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | 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 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 186g (0.41 pounds) | 151g (0.33 pounds) |
Physical 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 Overall 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 shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $499 | $80 |