Canon A1200 vs Canon SX210 IS
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Canon A1200 vs Canon SX210 IS Key Specs
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- 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
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Old Model is Canon SX200 IS
- Refreshed by Canon SX230 HS
Canon A1200 vs Canon SX210 IS Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon A1200 and Canon SX210 IS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the SX210 IS (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe A1200 was revealed 7 months after the SX210 IS which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A1200 matches up versus the SX210 IS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A1200 vs Canon SX210 IS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Canon PowerShot SX210 IS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery & Canon SX210 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Canon SX210 IS
A1200 | SX210 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | June 2010 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Canon A1200
SX210 IS | A1200 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Canon SX210 IS
A1200 | SX210 IS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Canon A1200 vs Canon SX210 IS Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 has exterior 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 SX210 IS has proportions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check out the Canon A1200 and Canon SX210 IS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the A1200 compared to the SX210 IS.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and SX210 IS is 92 and 90 respectively.
Canon A1200 vs Canon SX210 IS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and SX210 IS.
Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX210 IS to deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern A1200 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon A1200 vs Canon SX210 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Digic 4 |
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-392mm (14.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/3200 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 lb) | 220 gr (0.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 shots | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NB-5L |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $109 | $226 |