Canon A1200 vs Canon SX260 HS

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon A1200 versus Canon SX260 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Canon. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the SX260 HS (12MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was launched 17 months prior to the SX260 HS which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the A1200 grades against the SX260 HS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS. The complete galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery and Canon SX260 HS Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A1200 has got physical measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Canon SX260 HS has measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Canon A1200 versus Canon SX260 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the A1200 vs the SX260 HS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and SX260 HS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Often, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and SX260 HS.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older A1200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.