Canon A1200 vs Nikon Z8

Here, we are analyzing the Canon A1200 and Nikon Z8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the A1200 (12MP) and Z8 (46MP) and the A1200 (1/2.3") and Z8 (Full frame) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The A1200 was released 13 years prior to the Z8 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon A1200 being a Compact camera and the Nikon Z8 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A1200 scores vs the Z8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Nikon Z8. The complete galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery and Nikon Z8 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in 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") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Nikon Z8 has measurements of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs).

Compare the Canon A1200 and Nikon Z8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the A1200 compared to the Z8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and Z8 is 92 and 55 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The image underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and Z8.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The A1200 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Nikon Z8 will give you more detail as a result of its extra 34 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A1200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.