Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic FS7

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon S1200pj versus Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1200pj (14MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the S1200pj (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") possess different sensor measurements.

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The S1200pj was unveiled 2 years after the FS7 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the S1200pj matches up against the FS7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S1200pj Gallery & Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1200pj has got external dimensions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the S1200pj versus the FS7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and FS7 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1200pj and FS7.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1200pj having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon S1200pj will resolve extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger S1200pj provides a benefit in sensor tech.