Canon A1200 vs Nikon L24

Below is a in depth comparison of the Canon A1200 versus Nikon L24, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the L24 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was manufactured around the same time to the L24 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the A1200 matches up vs the L24 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon A1200 enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Nikon L24 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the A1200 against the L24.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and L24 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and L24.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L24 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.