Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST700
93 Imaging
37 Features
26 Overall
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99 Imaging
38 Features
22 Overall
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2011
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Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S1200pj was announced 8 months later than the ST700 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the S1200pj matches up against the ST700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Samsung ST700
| S1200pj | ST700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2011 |  | January 2011 | More recent by 8 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Nikon S1200pj
| ST700 | S1200pj |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung ST700
| S1200pj | ST700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1200pj comes with outer 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) whilst the Samsung ST700 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S1200pj versus the ST700.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1200pj and ST700 is 93 and 99 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1200pj and ST700.
As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung ST700 to show more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern S1200pj provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Samsung ST700 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Samsung ST700 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2011-01-05 |
| Body design | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | - |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | - |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | () |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | - |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 0.8 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | - |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 186 gr (0.41 pounds) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| 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 shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $499 | $280 |