Canon A1200 vs Panasonic FH6

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Canon A1200 and Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was introduced 12 months prior to the FH6 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A1200 matches up against the FH6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A1200 features 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) while the Panasonic FH6 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Canon A1200 and Panasonic FH6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the A1200 and the FH6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and FH6 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The graphic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and FH6.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH6 to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older A1200 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.