Canon 1200D vs Samsung SL620

Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon 1200D versus Samsung SL620, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1200D (18MP) and SL620 (12MP) and the 1200D (APS-C) and SL620 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The 1200D was launched 5 years later than the SL620 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1200D being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 1200D matches up versus the SL620 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 1200D & Samsung SL620. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1200D Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 1200D has got exterior measurements of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Samsung SL620 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1200D against the SL620.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 1200D and SL620 is 68 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1200D and SL620.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1200D because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon 1200D will give more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger 1200D will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.