Nikon S1200pj vs Sony W330
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Released January 2010
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony W330 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S1200pj versus Sony W330, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the W330 (14MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S1200pj was introduced 20 months after the W330 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the S1200pj grades vs the W330 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony W330 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S1200pj Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Sony W330
S1200pj | W330 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | January 2010 | More modern by 20 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Nikon S1200pj
W330 | S1200pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Sony W330
S1200pj | W330 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1200pj comes with exterior 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) whilst the Sony W330 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S1200pj versus Sony W330 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S1200pj versus the W330.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and W330 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1200pj and W330.
Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of files but you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent S1200pj should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony W330 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.8 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 186g (0.41 lbs) | 128g (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $499 | $170 |