Canon A1200 vs Canon SX410 IS
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Canon A1200 vs Canon SX410 IS 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
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-960mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Revealed February 2015

Canon A1200 vs Canon SX410 IS Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Canon A1200 vs Canon SX410 IS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Canon. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the A1200 (12MP) and SX410 IS (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A1200 was unveiled 5 years before the SX410 IS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A1200 scores against the SX410 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A1200 vs Canon SX410 IS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Canon PowerShot SX410 IS. The full galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery & Canon SX410 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Canon SX410 IS
A1200 | SX410 IS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX410 IS over the Canon A1200
SX410 IS | A1200 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 49 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Canon SX410 IS
A1200 | SX410 IS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon A1200 vs Canon SX410 IS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 has outer dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Canon SX410 IS has dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A1200 vs Canon SX410 IS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the A1200 against the SX410 IS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and SX410 IS is 92 and 80 respectively.

Canon A1200 vs Canon SX410 IS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The image below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and SX410 IS.
As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX410 IS to render greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged A1200 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon A1200 vs Canon SX410 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1200 vs Canon SX410 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2015-02-06 |
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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-960mm (40.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 0cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 0.5 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 lb) | 325 grams (0.72 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 185 pictures |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NB-11LH |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $109 | $199 |