Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung CL5
93 Imaging
36 Features
26 Overall
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95 Imaging
31 Features
14 Overall
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung CL5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-4.5) lens
- 141g - 93 x 60 x 19mm
- Released February 2009
- Alternative Name is PL10
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On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung CL5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the S1200pj (14MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the S1200pj (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") boast different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S1200pj was released 2 years after the CL5 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S1200pj scores versus the CL5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and Samsung CL5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S1200pj Gallery and Samsung CL5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Samsung CL5
| S1200pj | CL5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | August 2011 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 31 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL5 over the Nikon S1200pj
| CL5 | S1200pj |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung CL5
| S1200pj | CL5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung CL5 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1200pj has external dimensions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung CL5 has dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung CL5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S1200pj against the CL5.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and CL5 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung CL5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1200pj and CL5.
Plainly, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1200pj due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S1200pj will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer S1200pj should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung CL5 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Samsung CL5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Samsung CL5 |
| Otherwise known as | - | PL10 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2009-02-23 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 9MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.5-4.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 6.3 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 0.8 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 186 gr (0.41 lb) | 141 gr (0.31 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 93 x 60 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" 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 (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $499 | $391 |