Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX200V

Following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX200V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the S1200pj (14MP) and TX200V (18MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1200pj was unveiled 5 months prior to the TX200V and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S1200pj grades vs the TX200V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S1200pj Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S1200pj has got 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) and the Sony TX200V has specifications of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S1200pj against the TX200V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1200pj and TX200V is 93 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1200pj and TX200V.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony TX200V to give extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively.