Nikon S1200pj vs Sony WX9
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony WX9 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
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 56 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2011
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony WX9 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Nikon S1200pj and Sony WX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S1200pj (14MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S1200pj was revealed 8 months later than the WX9 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S1200pj scores vs the WX9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony WX9 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S1200pj Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Sony WX9
S1200pj | WX9 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | January 2011 | Fresher by 8 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Nikon S1200pj
WX9 | S1200pj | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S1200pj and Sony WX9
S1200pj | WX9 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1200pj has 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) while the Sony WX9 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S1200pj and Sony WX9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S1200pj against the WX9.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1200pj and WX9 is 93 and 99 respectively.
Nikon S1200pj vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1200pj and WX9.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony WX9 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher S1200pj should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S1200pj vs Sony WX9 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.8 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 186g (0.41 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $499 | $188 |