Canon A1200 vs Canon A1400

Here is a complete overview of the Canon A1200 vs Canon A1400, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Canon. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the A1200 (12MP) and A1400 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was unveiled 3 years prior to the A1400 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the A1200 scores against the A1400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Canon PowerShot A1400. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery & Canon A1400 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 has physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Canon A1400 has proportions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A1200 vs the A1400.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and A1400 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and A1400.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon A1400 to give extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older A1200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.