Canon A1200 vs Casio EX-ZR800
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Canon A1200 vs Casio EX-ZR800 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Launched August 2013

Canon A1200 vs Casio EX-ZR800 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Canon A1200 and Casio EX-ZR800, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Casio. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the A1200 (12MP) and EX-ZR800 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A1200 was introduced 3 years prior to the EX-ZR800 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the A1200 scores against the EX-ZR800 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A1200 vs Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Casio Exilim EX-ZR800. The whole galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery and Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Casio EX-ZR800
A1200 | EX-ZR800 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Canon A1200
EX-ZR800 | A1200 | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 31 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Casio EX-ZR800
A1200 | EX-ZR800 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon A1200 vs Casio EX-ZR800 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A1200 provides physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR800 has measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Look at the Canon A1200 and Casio EX-ZR800 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the A1200 and the EX-ZR800.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and EX-ZR800 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Canon A1200 vs Casio EX-ZR800 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and EX-ZR800.
As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR800 to resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged A1200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon A1200 vs Casio EX-ZR800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1200 vs Casio EX-ZR800 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2013-08-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | EXILIM Engine HS 3 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) | 222 grams (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | 470 shots |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-130 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $109 | $429 |