Canon A1200 vs Canon N
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Canon A1200 vs Canon N 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
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2013

Canon A1200 vs Canon N Overview
Here is a extended review of the Canon A1200 vs Canon N, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both offered by Canon. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the N (12MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A1200 was revealed 24 months prior to the N making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the A1200 grades versus the N in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A1200 vs Canon N Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Canon PowerShot N. The full galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery and Canon N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Canon N
A1200 | N |
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Reasons to pick Canon N over the Canon A1200
N | A1200 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 24 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Canon N
A1200 | N | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing |
Canon A1200 vs Canon N Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon A1200 has 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 N has sizing of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Canon A1200 vs Canon N in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the A1200 against the N.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and N is 92 and 93 respectively.

Canon A1200 vs Canon N Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The visual underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and N.
All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older A1200 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon A1200 vs Canon N Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1200 vs Canon N Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Canon PowerShot N | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Canon PowerShot N |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Digic 5 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 2248 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.8" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | PureColor II G touch |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) | 195 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | 200 photos |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NB-9L |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $109 | $299 |