Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX30
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand 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
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Introduced July 2013

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX30 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Nikon S1200pj versus Sony TX30, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the S1200pj (14MP) and TX30 (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S1200pj was brought out 23 months before the TX30 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S1200pj grades vs the TX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S1200pj Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Sony TX30
S1200pj | TX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Nikon S1200pj
TX30 | S1200pj | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | More recent by 23 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+769k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Sony TX30
S1200pj | TX30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1200pj enjoys physical dimensions 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 TX30 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Nikon S1200pj versus Sony TX30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the S1200pj vs the TX30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and TX30 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1200pj and TX30.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony TX30 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older S1200pj will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-08-24 | 2013-07-26 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
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 support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 0.8 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 186 grams (0.41 lb) | 141 grams (0.31 lb) |
Dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $499 | $230 |