Canon A1200 vs Panasonic S1

Here is a complete review of the Canon A1200 versus Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was announced around the same time to the S1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A1200 scores versus the S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon A1200 features physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic S1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Canon A1200 versus Panasonic S1 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 using during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the A1200 compared to the S1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and S1 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A1200 and S1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files but you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.