Canon 100D vs Canon 1200D

Below, we are contrasting the Canon 100D vs Canon 1200D, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and they are both sold by Canon. The sensor resolution of the 100D (18MP) and the 1200D (18MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 100D was manufactured 6 months earlier than the 1200D and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 100D matches up versus the 1200D in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 100D and Canon EOS 1200D. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 100D Gallery and Canon 1200D Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 100D offers physical measurements of 117mm x 91mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Canon 1200D has proportions of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") having a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 100D vs Canon 1200D in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the 100D and the 1200D.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 100D and 1200D is 73 and 68 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 100D and 1200D.

To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account.