Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung SL620
93 Imaging
37 Features
26 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
13 Overall
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally Known as PL65

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung SL620 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S1200pj was introduced 2 years later than the SL620 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S1200pj scores against the SL620 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung SL620 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj & Samsung SL620. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S1200pj Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Samsung SL620
S1200pj | SL620 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 31 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Nikon S1200pj
SL620 | S1200pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung SL620
S1200pj | SL620 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S1200pj enjoys outer measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Samsung SL620 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung SL620 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S1200pj versus the SL620.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and SL620 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1200pj and SL620.
As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon S1200pj to give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S1200pj should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung SL620 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Samsung SL620 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Samsung SL620 |
Also Known as | - | PL65 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
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) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 0.8 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 186g (0.41 lb) | 168g (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $499 | $200 |