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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung PL120

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
 
Samsung PL120 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs

Nikon S1200pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
  • Released August 2011
Samsung PL120
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2011
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung PL120 Overview

Let's look more closely at the Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1200pj was introduced 8 months after the PL120 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S1200pj scores against the PL120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Samsung PL120

 S1200pj PL120 
IntroducedAugust 2011January 2011More modern by 8 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Nikon S1200pj

 PL120 S1200pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung PL120

 S1200pj PL120 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S1200pj has got external 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) while the Samsung PL120 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S1200pj against the PL120.

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung PL120 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and PL120 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The image below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1200pj and PL120.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher S1200pj should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1200pj as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung PL120 as a Portrait photography camera
28
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
28
MP count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Street photography features
Samsung PL120 Street photography features
54
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
more heavy than competition (186 grams)
49
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Sports photography details
Samsung PL120 Sports photography details
35
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
very slow continuous shooting (0.8 frames/s)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
26
MP count good (14MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1200pj as a Travel photography camera
Samsung PL120 as a Travel photography camera
61
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition (186g)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
71
MP count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
fast max aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
does not have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1200pj as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung PL120 as a Landscape photography camera
42
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
33
fast max aperture (f)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Vlogging highlights
Samsung PL120 Vlogging highlights
29
relatively wide (28mm)
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone port
more heavy than competition (186 grams)
31
fast max aperture (f)
comes with microphone socket
does not have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung PL120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1200pj and Samsung PL120
 Nikon Coolpix S1200pjSamsung PL120
General Information
Brand Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S1200pj Samsung PL120
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-08-24 2011-01-05
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 80 -
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) ()
Maximum aperture f/3.9-5.8 -
Macro focus distance 3cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 0.8fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.50 m -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format H.264 -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 186 grams (0.41 pounds) -
Dimensions 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal -
Card slots One -
Price at release $499 $150