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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
26
Overall
30

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 Key Specs

Nikon S1200pj
(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
Sony T90
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Sony T90

 S1200pj T90 
IntroducedAugust 2011February 2009More modern by 31 months
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Nikon S1200pj

 T90 S1200pj 
Focus manually Dial exact focus

Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Sony T90

 S1200pj T90 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"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).

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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.

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and T90 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 top view buttons comparison

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.

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Portrait photography information
Sony T90 Portrait photography information
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
27
you can focus manually
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Street photography info
Sony T90 Street photography info
54
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
more heavy than average in class (186g)
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competitors (148 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1200pj as a Sports photography camera
Sony T90 as a Sports photography camera
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
low frames per second (0.8 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Travel photography information
Sony T90 Travel photography information
61
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than average in class (186g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
50
has built in flash
no Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors (148 grams)
low megapixels (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Landscape photography advice
Sony T90 Landscape photography advice
42
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
36
you can focus manually
decent sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Vlogging features
Sony T90 Vlogging features
29
rather wide (28mm)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone socket
more heavy than average in class (186 grams)
27
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic jack
heavier than competitors (148g)
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1200pj and Sony T90
 Nikon Coolpix S1200pjSony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
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