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Canon A1200 vs FujiFilm JV200

Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
19
Overall
29
Canon PowerShot A1200 front
 
FujiFilm FinePix JV200 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
18
Overall
29

Canon A1200 vs FujiFilm JV200 Key Specs

Canon A1200
(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
  • Revealed January 2011
FujiFilm JV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-108mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 125g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Alternate Name is FinePix JV205
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Canon A1200 vs FujiFilm JV200 Overview

Lets take a closer look at the Canon A1200 versus FujiFilm JV200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the JV200 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was revealed within a month of the JV200 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A1200 grades versus the JV200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the FujiFilm JV200

 A1200 JV200 

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV200 over the Canon A1200

 JV200 A1200 

Common features in the Canon A1200 and FujiFilm JV200

 A1200 JV200 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2011Same generation
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Canon A1200 vs FujiFilm JV200 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A1200 features exterior 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 FujiFilm JV200 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the A1200 versus the JV200.

Canon A1200 vs FujiFilm JV200 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and JV200 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Canon A1200 vs FujiFilm JV200 top view buttons comparison

Canon A1200 vs FujiFilm JV200 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A1200 and JV200.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the FujiFilm JV200 to result in greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.

Canon A1200 vs FujiFilm JV200 sensor size comparison

Canon A1200 vs FujiFilm JV200 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A1200 vs FujiFilm JV200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A1200 Portrait photography details
FujiFilm JV200 Portrait photography details
27
supports face detection focus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
28
good resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon A1200
Street photography with FujiFilm JV200
46
fixed screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
56
lighter than competition in class (125 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon A1200 Sports photography advice
FujiFilm JV200 Sports photography advice
24
supports tracking autofocus
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery (200 shots)
no phase detect auto focus
29
good resolution (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
low fps (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery power (180 shots)
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A1200 Travel photography highlights
FujiFilm JV200 Travel photography highlights
55
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low battery (200 per charge)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
60
lighter than competition in class (125g)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low battery power (180 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A1200 Landscape photography factors
FujiFilm JV200 Landscape photography factors
27
rather wide (28mm)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
low battery (200 per charge)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual mode not possible
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
low battery power (180 CIPA)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon A1200
Vlogging with FujiFilm JV200
27
rather wide (28mm)
supports face detection focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic socket
25
lighter than competition in class (125g)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic jack
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Canon A1200 vs FujiFilm JV200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A1200 and FujiFilm JV200
 Canon PowerShot A1200FujiFilm FinePix JV200
General Information
Brand Canon FujiFilm
Model Canon PowerShot A1200 FujiFilm FinePix JV200
Also Known as - FinePix JV205
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 36-108mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus range 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (tunnel) None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/1400 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.00 m 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
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)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 185 grams (0.41 lbs) 125 grams (0.28 lbs)
Physical dimensions 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 images 180 images
Battery format AA AA
Battery model 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus SD / SDHC
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $109 $49