Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1
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Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 185g - 98 x 63 x 31mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 260g - 124 x 68 x 26mm
- Released July 2009

Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Canon A1200 and Fujifilm Real 3D W1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A1200 was released 18 months after the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A1200 matches up vs the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1. The complete galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery & Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Fujifilm Real 3D W1
A1200 | Fujifilm Real 3D W1 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W1 over the Canon A1200
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 | A1200 | |||
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Screen sizing | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Fujifilm Real 3D W1
A1200 | Fujifilm Real 3D W1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A1200 provides physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 has sizing of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs).
Check out the Canon A1200 and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the A1200 and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and Fujifilm Real 3D W1.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon A1200 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger A1200 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2009-07-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | RP (Real Photo) 3D |
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 | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.8" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1/4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 gr (0.41 lb) | 260 gr (0.57 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 124 x 68 x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") |
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 | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-95 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $109 | $900 |