Canon A1200 vs Olympus VH-515

Here, we will be looking at the Canon A1200 and Olympus VH-515, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the VH-515 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was revealed 19 months earlier than the VH-515 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the A1200 grades against the VH-515 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Olympus VH-515. The full galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery and Olympus VH-515 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 has got outside 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) and the Olympus VH-515 has proportions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A1200 and Olympus VH-515 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the A1200 and the VH-515.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and VH-515 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and VH-515.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged A1200 is going to be behind in sensor tech.