Canon A1200 vs Canon A2100 IS

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.