Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570
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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 S570 front Nikon Coolpix S570 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S570/Nikon-S570-front.jpg)
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Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched August 2009
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Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Canon A1200 and Nikon S570, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the S570 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The A1200 was manufactured 18 months later than the S570 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A1200 matches up versus the S570 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Nikon Coolpix S570. The entire galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery and Nikon S570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Nikon S570
A1200 | S570 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Canon A1200
S570 | A1200 |
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Common features in the Canon A1200 and Nikon S570
A1200 | S570 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A1200 has outer measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Nikon S570 has measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A1200 and Nikon S570 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the A1200 and the S570.
![Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 size comparison Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1200-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S570-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and S570 is 92 and 95 respectively.
![Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 top view buttons comparison Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1200-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S570-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and S570.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent A1200 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
![Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 sensor size comparison Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1200-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S570-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A1200 vs Nikon S570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1200-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S570-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 S570 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Nikon Coolpix S570 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Nikon Coolpix S570 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) | 140 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $109 | $180 |