Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20
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![Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S1200pj/Nikon-S1200pj-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX20/Sony-TX20-front.jpg)
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 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
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched February 2012
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The S1200pj was launched 6 months prior to the TX20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the S1200pj grades against the TX20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S1200pj Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Sony TX20
S1200pj | TX20 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Nikon S1200pj
TX20 | S1200pj | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Sony TX20
S1200pj | TX20 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1200pj enjoys physical measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S1200pj and the TX20.
![Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 size comparison Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S1200pj-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX20-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and TX20 is 93 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 top view buttons comparison Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S1200pj-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1200pj and TX20.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony TX20 to give more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.
![Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 sensor size comparison Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S1200pj-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S1200pj-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-TX20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
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 | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 0.8fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.70 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 | ||
Supported 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 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 lb) | 133 grams (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 life | - | 250 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $499 | $330 |