Canon A1200 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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Canon A1200 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS 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
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
Canon A1200 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Canon A1200 versus Olympus TG-630 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the TG-630 iHS (12MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe A1200 was released 24 months before the TG-630 iHS making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the A1200 scores against the TG-630 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A1200 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Olympus TG-630 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery and Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
A1200 | TG-630 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Canon A1200
TG-630 iHS | A1200 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | January 2011 | More modern by 24 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Olympus TG-630 iHS
A1200 | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Canon A1200 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 offers outer measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Olympus TG-630 iHS has proportions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Canon A1200 versus Olympus TG-630 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the A1200 vs the TG-630 iHS.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and TG-630 iHS is 92 and 94 respectively.
Canon A1200 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The pic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1200 and TG-630 iHS.
Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged A1200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Canon A1200 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon A1200 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
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 images | 220 images |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $109 | $200 |