Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX7

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon S1200pj and Sony TX7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1200pj (14MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the S1200pj (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1200pj was brought out 20 months later than the TX7 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S1200pj matches up vs the TX7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S1200pj Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S1200pj comes with outer dimensions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony TX7 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S1200pj and Sony TX7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S1200pj and the TX7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and TX7 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1200pj and TX7.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1200pj due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon S1200pj will resolve more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S1200pj will have an advantage in sensor technology.