Canon A1200 vs Panasonic S2

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon A1200 and Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was released 12 months prior to the S2 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A1200 matches up versus the S2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A1200 provides physical measurements of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S2 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the A1200 compared to the S2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and S2 is 92 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and S2.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic S2 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A1200 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.