Canon A1200 vs Nikon S6000
92 Imaging
35 Features
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94 Imaging
36 Features
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Canon A1200 vs Nikon S6000 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Released February 2010

Canon A1200 vs Nikon S6000 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Canon A1200 versus Nikon S6000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A1200 was launched 12 months after the S6000 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the A1200 grades versus the S6000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A1200 vs Nikon S6000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Nikon Coolpix S6000. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery & Nikon S6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Nikon S6000
A1200 | S6000 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Canon A1200
S6000 | A1200 |
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Common features in the Canon A1200 and Nikon S6000
A1200 | S6000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Canon A1200 vs Nikon S6000 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon A1200 offers outer 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) while the Nikon S6000 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check out the Canon A1200 versus Nikon S6000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the A1200 against the S6000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and S6000 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Canon A1200 vs Nikon S6000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The pic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and S6000.
Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S6000 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher A1200 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A1200 vs Nikon S6000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1200 vs Nikon S6000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Nikon Coolpix S6000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Expeed C2 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.7-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 lbs) | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $109 | $300 |