Canon A1200 vs Panasonic FH1

In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon A1200 and Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was released 13 months after the FH1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the A1200 scores vs the FH1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The complete galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 has physical measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Canon A1200 and Panasonic FH1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the A1200 against the FH1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and FH1 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and FH1.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent A1200 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.