Canon A1200 vs Canon G16

Below is a in-depth review of the Canon A1200 versus Canon G16, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are offered by Canon. The image resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the G16 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the A1200 (1/2.3") and G16 (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor size.

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The A1200 was brought out 3 years before the G16 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A1200 matches up versus the G16 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Canon PowerShot G16. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery and Canon G16 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 provides exterior 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 G16 has proportions of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

Look at the Canon A1200 versus Canon G16 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the A1200 and the G16.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and G16 is 92 and 85 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and G16.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The A1200 provides the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field harder. The older A1200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.