Nikon S1200pj vs Panasonic GF1

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S1200pj versus Panasonic GF1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the S1200pj (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The S1200pj was revealed 23 months after the GF1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S1200pj being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the S1200pj grades against the GF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S1200pj Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1200pj has got physical dimensions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S1200pj against the GF1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and GF1 is 93 and 85 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through specs. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1200pj and GF1.

All in all, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S1200pj with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Nikon S1200pj will provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer S1200pj provides an advantage in sensor tech.