Canon A1200 vs Canon A2100 IS
92 Imaging
35 Features
19 Overall
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92 Imaging
34 Features
20 Overall
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Canon A1200 vs Canon A2100 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 185g - 98 x 63 x 31mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Introduced February 2009
Canon A1200 vs Canon A2100 IS Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon A1200 vs Canon A2100 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both designed by Canon. The image resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the A2100 IS (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe A1200 was revealed 23 months after the A2100 IS which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A1200 scores against the A2100 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A1200 vs Canon A2100 IS Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Canon PowerShot A2100 IS. The full galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery & Canon A2100 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Canon A2100 IS
A1200 | A2100 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | February 2009 | Newer by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Canon A1200
A2100 IS | A1200 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Canon A2100 IS
A1200 | A2100 IS | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Canon A1200 vs Canon A2100 IS Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 provides external dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Canon A2100 IS has proportions of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check out the Canon A1200 vs Canon A2100 IS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the A1200 against the A2100 IS.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and A2100 IS is 92 and 92 respectively.
Canon A1200 vs Canon A2100 IS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and A2100 IS.
As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you will want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer A1200 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Canon A1200 vs Canon A2100 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 36-216mm (6.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 pounds) | 185g (0.41 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $109 | $220 |