Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST80
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST80 Overview
Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon S1200pj versus Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S1200pj was revealed 20 months later than the ST80 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S1200pj matches up against the ST80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST80 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj & Samsung ST80. The full galleries are available at Nikon S1200pj Gallery & Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Samsung ST80
S1200pj | ST80 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 20 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Nikon S1200pj
ST80 | S1200pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Samsung ST80
S1200pj | ST80 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S1200pj enjoys outer 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 ST80 has specifications of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S1200pj versus Samsung ST80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S1200pj versus the ST80.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S1200pj and ST80 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1200pj and ST80.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you might want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent S1200pj provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S1200pj vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Samsung ST80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Samsung ST80 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-08-24 | 2010-01-06 |
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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
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) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 0.8 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 lbs) | 118g (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" 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 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $499 | $249 |