Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120
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![Canon PowerShot A1200 front Canon PowerShot A1200 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A1200/Canon-A1200-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix L120 front Nikon Coolpix L120 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L120/Nikon-L120-front.jpg)
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37 Features
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Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 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
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Announced February 2011
- Replaced the Nikon L110
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Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 Overview
Below is a complete assessment of the Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the L120 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The A1200 was brought out at a similar time to the L120 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A1200 scores versus the L120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Nikon Coolpix L120. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery and Nikon L120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Nikon L120
A1200 | L120 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Canon A1200
L120 | A1200 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Nikon L120
A1200 | L120 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2011 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon A1200 provides outside measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Nikon L120 has measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).
Examine the Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the A1200 vs the L120.
![Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 size comparison Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1200-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L120-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and L120 is 92 and 75 respectively.
![Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 top view buttons comparison Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1200-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L120-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1200 and L120.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon L120 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively.
![Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 sensor size comparison Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1200-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L120-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1200-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L120-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A1200 vs Nikon L120 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Nikon Coolpix L120 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Nikon Coolpix L120 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Expeed C2 |
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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 lbs) | 431g (0.95 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" 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 | 330 photos |
Battery form | AA | AA |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $109 | $300 |