Canon A1200 vs Panasonic ZS40

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon A1200 and Panasonic ZS40, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the A1200 (12MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was introduced 4 years earlier than the ZS40 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the A1200 grades versus the ZS40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 comes with exterior 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 ZS40 has dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A1200 and Panasonic ZS40 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the A1200 and the ZS40.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and ZS40 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1200 and ZS40.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to provide greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged A1200 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.