Canon A1200 vs Panasonic FZ80

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon A1200 versus Panasonic FZ80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the A1200 (12MP) and FZ80 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the FZ80 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon A1200 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A1200 matches up vs the FZ80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery and Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 features 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 Panasonic FZ80 has dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") accompanied by a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A1200 versus Panasonic FZ80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the A1200 and the FZ80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and FZ80 is 92 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and FZ80.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FZ80 to offer you greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A1200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.