Canon A1200 vs Casio EX-ZR300

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon A1200 vs Casio EX-ZR300, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Casio. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the A1200 (12MP) and EX-ZR300 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was announced 16 months prior to the EX-ZR300 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A1200 matches up vs the EX-ZR300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Casio Exilim EX-ZR300. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery & Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon A1200 has got outside dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR300 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the A1200 versus the EX-ZR300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and EX-ZR300 is 92 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A1200 and EX-ZR300.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR300 to provide more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older A1200 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.