Canon A1200 vs Canon N100
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Canon A1200 vs Canon N100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 185g - 98 x 63 x 31mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.7) lens
- 289g - 105 x 68 x 36mm
- Announced January 2014
Canon A1200 vs Canon N100 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Canon A1200 and Canon N100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are manufactured by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the N100 (12MP) is pretty close but the A1200 (1/2.3") and N100 (1/1.7") have different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A1200 was brought out 4 years earlier than the N100 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the A1200 grades versus the N100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A1200 vs Canon N100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Canon PowerShot N100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery and Canon N100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Canon N100
A1200 | N100 |
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Reasons to pick Canon N100 over the Canon A1200
N100 | A1200 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | January 2011 | More modern by 36 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Canon N100
A1200 | N100 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon A1200 vs Canon N100 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A1200 has physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Canon N100 has measurements of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).
Compare the Canon A1200 and Canon N100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the A1200 vs the N100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and N100 is 92 and 89 respectively.
Canon A1200 vs Canon N100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A1200 and N100.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The A1200 has got the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF tougher. The more aged A1200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon A1200 vs Canon N100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Canon PowerShot N100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Canon PowerShot N100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | DIGIC 6 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/1.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | 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 | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
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 1280 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 lb) | 289 gr (0.64 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 105 x 68 x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | 330 images |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NB-12L |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $109 | $349 |