Canon A1200 vs Olympus TG-6

Below is a comprehensive review of the Canon A1200 vs Olympus TG-6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was brought out 9 years earlier than the TG-6 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A1200 matches up vs the TG-6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Olympus Tough TG-6. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery and Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 enjoys 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) and the Olympus TG-6 has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A1200 vs Olympus TG-6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the A1200 and the TG-6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and TG-6 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1200 and TG-6.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older A1200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.