Canon A1200 vs Panasonic 3D1
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Canon A1200 vs Panasonic 3D1 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
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Revealed November 2011
Canon A1200 vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Canon A1200 versus Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe A1200 was launched 10 months prior to the 3D1 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the A1200 matches up against the 3D1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A1200 vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Panasonic 3D1
A1200 | 3D1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Canon A1200
3D1 | A1200 | |||
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Revealed | November 2011 | January 2011 | More modern by 10 months | |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Panasonic 3D1
A1200 | 3D1 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Canon A1200 vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 provides outer dimensions 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 Panasonic 3D1 has dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A1200 versus Panasonic 3D1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the A1200 vs the 3D1.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and 3D1 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Canon A1200 vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and 3D1.
To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files though you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged A1200 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon A1200 vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2011-11-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 lb) | 193 gr (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | 200 images |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $109 | $670 |