Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Introduced February 2009
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the T90 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe S1200pj was revealed 2 years after the T90 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S1200pj matches up versus the T90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S1200pj Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Sony T90
S1200pj | T90 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | February 2009 | More modern by 31 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Nikon S1200pj
T90 | S1200pj | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Sony T90
S1200pj | T90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S1200pj enjoys outer measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony T90 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the S1200pj and the T90.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and T90 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1200pj and T90.
As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S1200pj to deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S1200pj should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-08-24 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
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 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 186 gr (0.41 lbs) | 148 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $499 | $259 |