Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X-M1 and the Nikon Coolpix S1200pj, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm X-M1 was introduced in September 2013 and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj was introduced in August 2011. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm X-M1 Highlights

      • 16.3 MP APS-C CMOS X-TRANS I Sensor
      • No Optical Low-pass Filter
      • 200 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 49 Focus Points (49 Cross-type)
      • 3.0" 920k dot Tilting Screen
      • 5.6 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj Highlights

      • 14.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 0.8 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj.

      PROS

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   Face Detection
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 186 g (0.41 lb / 6.56 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1500 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.6 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"

      Advantage of Fujifilm X-M1

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-M1 over Nikon Coolpix S1200pj.

      Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon Coolpix S1200pj
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/2.3-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16.3 Megapixel vs 14.1 Megapixel
      RAW Support vs
      More Focus Points 49 vs 9
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Screen Type Tilting vs Fixed
      Higher Resolution Screen 920k dot vs 460k dot
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 4 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/1500 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 5.6 fps vs 0.8 fps
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Average Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720
      HDMI Output Mini Type C vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs

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      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S1200pj over Fujifilm X-M1.

      Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon Coolpix S1200pj
      Lower Native ISO 200 vs 80
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 1,600
      Max Image Resolution 4896 x 3264 vs 4320 x 3240
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Image Stabilization vs
      Touch Screen vs
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Lighter 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) vs 186 g (0.41 lb / 6.56 oz)
      Internal Storage vs 94 MB

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm X-M1 Nikon Coolpix S1200pj
        Video Capture
        Built-in Flash
        Light330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz)186 g (0.41 lb / 6.56 oz)
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm X-M1 Nikon Coolpix S1200pj
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        No Viewfinder
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801280 x 720
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen

      Screen

      Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj have 3.0" screens with 920k dot and 460k dot resolutions respectively. Fujifilm X-M1 has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Nikon Coolpix S1200pj has a Fixed screen Nikon Coolpix S1200pj also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment

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      Fujifilm X-M1 with Tilting screen

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-M1 features a 16.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS X-TRANS I sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 368.2 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 6,400. Nikon Coolpix S1200pj features a 14.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600 and expands to 80 - 6,400 in boosted mode.

      Fujifilm X-M1 has CMOS X-TRANS I sensor

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm X-M1 is equipped with EXR Processor II processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like S: (3:2) 2496 x 1664 / (16:9) 2496 x 1408 / (1:1) 1664 x 1664 with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Nikon Coolpix S1200pj can take pictures up to 4320 x 3240 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3968 x 2232, 3264 x 2448, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      No Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm X-M1

      There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm X-M1. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.

      Image Stabilization on Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X-M1

      Fujifilm X-M1 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm X-M1 comes with NP-W126 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj comes with EN-EL12 battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm X-M1 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Nikon Coolpix S1200pj has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X-M1, and up to 1/1500 sec on Nikon Coolpix S1200pj. Fujifilm X-M1 can shoot continuously up to 5.6 fps. Nikon Coolpix S1200pj can shoot continuously up to 0.8 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.00 m at ISO 200 on Fujifilm X-M1 and 3.50 m on Nikon Coolpix S1200pj. Fujifilm X-M1 also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on Fujifilm X-M1.

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm X-M1 body has dimensions of 117 x 67 x 39 mm (4.6 x 2.62 x 1.54") and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj body has dimensions of 107 x 64 x 23 mm (4.21 x 2.52 x 0.91"). Fujifilm X-M1 weighs 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz) and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj weighs 186 g (0.41 lb / 6.56 oz).

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      117 mm

      67 mm

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      107 mm

      64 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.6 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      AVERAGE
      56
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.6 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      GOOD
      76
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      GOOD
      80
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz)
      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 186 g (0.41 lb / 6.56 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      GOOD
      82
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 186 g (0.41 lb / 6.56 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj and give them scores of 61 and 52 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      OVERALL
      61
      OVERALL
      52

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      GOOD
      72
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.3 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      45
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      AVERAGE
      55
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.6 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1500 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      BAD
      16
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      POOR
      51
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      GOOD
      71
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      GOOD
      78
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      44
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm X-M1

      Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 330 g (0.73 lb / 11.64 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      POOR
      48
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 186 g (0.41 lb / 6.56 oz)
      •   Internal Storage


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