Canon A1200 vs Nikon S620

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon A1200 vs Nikon S620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the S620 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was introduced 24 months after the S620 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A1200 grades against the S620 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Nikon Coolpix S620. The whole galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery & Nikon S620 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 features exterior measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Nikon S620 has proportions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the A1200 against the S620.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and S620 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1200 and S620.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should really factor the age of the cameras into account. The younger A1200 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.