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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST30

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
 
Samsung ST30 front
Portability
98
Imaging
32
Features
18
Overall
26

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST30 Key Specs

Nikon S1200pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase 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
Samsung ST30
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 640 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST30 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon S1200pj versus Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the S1200pj (14MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the S1200pj (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The S1200pj was brought out 8 months later than the ST30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S1200pj matches up against the ST30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Samsung ST30

 S1200pj ST30 
LaunchedAugust 2011January 2011More recent by 8 months
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Nikon S1200pj

 ST30 S1200pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung ST30

 S1200pj ST30 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display dimensions
Display resolution460k460kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1200pj features outside measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Samsung ST30 has measurements of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S1200pj vs the ST30.

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST30 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and ST30 is 93 and 98 respectively.

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST30 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1200pj and ST30.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S1200pj due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S1200pj will offer greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer S1200pj provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST30 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST30 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Portrait photography info
Samsung ST30 Portrait photography info
28
resolution is good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
19
no manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Street photography features
Samsung ST30 Street photography features
54
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than average in class (186g)
54
lighter than competition in class (87g)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/3")
does not have RAW files
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Sports photography factors
Samsung ST30 Sports photography factors
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
continuous shooting slow (0.8 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
16
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Travel photography factors
Samsung ST30 Travel photography factors
61
resolution is good (14MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than average in class (186g)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
65
lighter than competition in class (87 grams)
has built in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (10MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S1200pj
Landscape photography with Samsung ST30
42
fairly wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
30
very good maximum aperture (f)
nice screen size (3")
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/3")
low maximum ISO (0)
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Vlogging features
Samsung ST30 Vlogging features
29
fairly wide (28mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic socket
heavier than average in class (186g)
29
very good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition in class (87g)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic port
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1200pj and Samsung ST30
 Nikon Coolpix S1200pjSamsung ST30
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model type Nikon Coolpix S1200pj Samsung ST30
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2011-08-24 2011-01-19
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 4.8 x 3.6mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 17.3mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 -
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 -
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) ()
Largest aperture f/3.9-5.8 -
Macro focusing range 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 7.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 460k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 0.8fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format H.264 -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 186 gr (0.41 lbs) 87 gr (0.19 lbs)
Dimensions 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal -
Storage slots Single Single
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