Canon A1200 vs Nikon P300

Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon A1200 versus Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the P300 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was introduced 4 months earlier than the P300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the A1200 scores vs the P300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Nikon Coolpix P300. The whole galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery and Nikon P300 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 comes with 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 P300 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check the Canon A1200 versus Nikon P300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the A1200 and the P300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and P300 is 92 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A1200 and P300.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration.