Nikon S1200pj vs Sony TX9

Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon S1200pj and Sony TX9, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1200pj was released 14 months later than the TX9 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the S1200pj scores versus the TX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S1200pj Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S1200pj offers exterior dimensions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony TX9 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S1200pj and Sony TX9 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S1200pj vs the TX9.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S1200pj and TX9 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The photograph below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S1200pj and TX9.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S1200pj to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher S1200pj provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.