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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T99

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
27
Overall
33

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T99 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
  • Revealed August 2011
Sony T99
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
  • 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
  • Launched July 2010
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T99 Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon S1200pj and Sony T99, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the T99 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1200pj was launched 14 months later than the T99 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the S1200pj scores against the T99 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Sony T99

 S1200pj T99 
LaunchedAugust 2011July 2010Fresher by 14 months
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Nikon S1200pj

 T99 S1200pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Sony T99

 S1200pj T99 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S1200pj offers exterior dimensions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony T99 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S1200pj vs the T99.

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T99 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S1200pj and T99 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T99 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1200pj and T99.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images though you would want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent S1200pj provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T99 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T99 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T99 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Portrait photography factors
Sony T99 Portrait photography factors
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Street photography info
Sony T99 Street photography info
54
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (186 grams)
57
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Sports photography advice
Sony T99 Sports photography advice
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
max frames per second very slow (0.8 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
35
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
low max shutter speed (1/1,250 seconds)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Travel photography advice
Sony T99 Travel photography advice
61
megapixel count good (14MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors in class (186g)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
65
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
missing Timelapse function
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1200pj Landscape photography info
Sony T99 Landscape photography info
42
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
42
reasonably wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1200pj as a Vlogging camera
Sony T99 as a Vlogging camera
29
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic port
heavier than competitors in class (186g)
31
reasonably wide (25mm)
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone support
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony T99 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1200pj and Sony T99
 Nikon Coolpix S1200pjSony Cyber-shot DSC-T99
General Information
Company Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix S1200pj Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-08-24 2010-07-08
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.5-4.6
Macro focusing distance 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 2s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500s 1/1250s
Continuous shooting rate 0.8fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 4.60 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 186 grams (0.41 pounds) 121 grams (0.27 pounds)
Physical dimensions 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $499 $179