Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm S8100fd
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Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm S8100fd 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
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Revealed January 2009
Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm S8100fd, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The A1200 was introduced 24 months later than the Fujifilm S8100fd which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the A1200 scores against the Fujifilm S8100fd with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The whole galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery and Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Fujifilm S8100fd
A1200 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2009 | Fresher by 24 months | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Canon A1200
Fujifilm S8100fd | A1200 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Fujifilm S8100fd
A1200 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 has got exterior measurements 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 Fujifilm S8100fd has dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Look at the Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm S8100fd in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the A1200 compared to the Fujifilm S8100fd.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and Fujifilm S8100fd is 92 and 75 respectively.
Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The visual here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1200 and Fujifilm S8100fd.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon A1200 to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern A1200 should have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Canon A1200 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
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 | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 | - |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 pounds) | 405g (0.89 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photos | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $109 | $300 |