Canon A1200 vs Panasonic ZR1

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon A1200 vs Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was introduced 18 months after the ZR1 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A1200 matches up against the ZR1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the A1200 against the ZR1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and ZR1 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The image below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A1200 and ZR1.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs but you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent A1200 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.