Canon A1200 vs Nikon S5300

Here, we are contrasting the Canon A1200 versus Nikon S5300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the A1200 (12MP) and S5300 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was announced 4 years earlier than the S5300 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the A1200 scores vs the S5300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Nikon Coolpix S5300. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery and Nikon S5300 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 comes with outside dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Nikon S5300 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs).

Compare the Canon A1200 versus Nikon S5300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the A1200 compared to the S5300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and S5300 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and S5300.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S5300 to provide extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older A1200 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.