Nikon S1200pj vs Sony W310
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony W310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
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Its time to look closer at the Nikon S1200pj and Sony W310, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the W310 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S1200pj was manufactured 20 months after the W310 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the S1200pj grades vs the W310 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Sony W310
| S1200pj | W310 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2011 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 20 months |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Nikon S1200pj
| W310 | S1200pj |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Sony W310
| S1200pj | W310 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1200pj comes with outer measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony W310 has proportions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S1200pj and Sony W310 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S1200pj and the W310.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and W310 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The picture below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1200pj and W310.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S1200pj to provide greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more modern S1200pj provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony W310 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.0-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 0.8 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.00 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 gr (0.41 lb) | 137 gr (0.30 lb) |
| Dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" 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 ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $499 | $150 |