Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX100V
Portability
93 Imaging
37 Features
26 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
26 Overall
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Portability
95 Imaging
38 Features
40 Overall
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95 Imaging
38 Features
40 Overall
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX100V Key Specs
Nikon S1200pj
(Full Review)
(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 TX100V
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 147g - 97 x 59 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2011
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On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX100V, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S1200pj was announced 8 months later than the TX100V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the S1200pj matches up against the TX100V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Sony TX100V
| S1200pj | TX100V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2011 |  | January 2011 | More recent by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX100V over the Nikon S1200pj
| TX100V | S1200pj | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3.5" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 1229k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+769k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Sony TX100V
| S1200pj | TX100V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX100V Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S1200pj features exterior measurements 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 TX100V has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S1200pj versus the TX100V.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and TX100V is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX100V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1200pj and TX100V.
All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony TX100V to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher S1200pj provides an advantage in sensor technology.
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX100V Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Nikon S1200pj
Portrait photography with Sony TX100V
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
more heavy than competition in class (186 grams)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers touch to focus
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competitors in class (147 grams)
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image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
low frames per second (0.8 fps)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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MP count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (186 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
offers touch to focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors in class (147 grams)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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pretty wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Timelapse mode
really wide (25mm)
bigger than average screen (3.5 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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pretty wide (28mm)
touch screen
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone port
more heavy than competition in class (186 grams)
really wide (25mm)
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
doesn't have mic jack
heavier than competitors in class (147g)
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX100V Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2011-01-06 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| 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) |
| Max aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.5-4.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | - | XtraFine OLED display with TruBlack technology |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 0.8 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 186 gr (0.41 pounds) | 147 gr (0.32 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 97 x 59 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" 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, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $499 | $380 |