Canon A1200 vs Nikon S5100

Here, we are evaluating the Canon A1200 vs Nikon S5100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the S5100 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was revealed 5 months later than the S5100 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A1200 scores against the S5100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Nikon Coolpix S5100. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery and Nikon S5100 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A1200 comes with physical measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Nikon S5100 has measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the A1200 vs the S5100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and S5100 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and S5100.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you really should take the production date of the products into consideration.