Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400
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60 Features
54 Overall
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![Canon EOS 1200D front Canon EOS 1200D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon_EOS_1200D_1.jpg)
![Olympus E-400 front Olympus E-400 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-E-400/Olympus-E-400-front.jpg)
77 Imaging
44 Features
31 Overall
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Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 480g - 130 x 100 x 78mm
- Launched February 2014
- Other Name is EOS Rebel T5 / EOS Kiss X70
- Replaced the Canon 1100D
- Replacement is Canon T6
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 435g - 130 x 91 x 53mm
- Released September 2006
- Newer Model is Olympus E-410
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Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Canon 1200D versus Olympus E-400, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the 1200D (18MP) and E-400 (10MP) and the 1200D (APS-C) and E-400 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor dimensions.
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The 1200D was launched 7 years later than the E-400 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the 1200D grades versus the E-400 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 1200D and Olympus E-400. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1200D Gallery and Olympus E-400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1200D over the Olympus E-400
1200D | E-400 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | September 2006 | More recent by 91 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 215k | Clearer screen (+245k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-400 over the Canon 1200D
E-400 | 1200D |
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Common features in the Canon 1200D and Olympus E-400
1200D | E-400 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 1200D features exterior measurements of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs) while the Olympus E-400 has sizing of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).
See the Canon 1200D versus Olympus E-400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the 1200D and the E-400.
![Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 size comparison Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1200D-vs-Olympus-E-400-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1200D and E-400 is 68 and 77 respectively.
![Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 top view buttons comparison Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1200D-vs-Olympus-E-400-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1200D and E-400.
As you have seen, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1200D featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon 1200D will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern 1200D is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 sensor size comparison Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-1200D-vs-Olympus-E-400-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1200D-vs-Olympus-E-400-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon 1200D vs Olympus E-400 Specifications
Canon EOS 1200D | Olympus E-400 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon EOS 1200D | Olympus E-400 |
Alternate name | EOS Rebel T5 / EOS Kiss X70 | - |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2014-02-12 | 2006-09-14 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 326 | 45 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 215 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.20 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 480g (1.06 lb) | 435g (0.96 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 100 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") | 130 x 91 x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 724 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E10 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $549 | $599 |