Canon A1200 vs Panasonic ZS50

Here, we are matching up the Canon A1200 and Panasonic ZS50, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was revealed 5 years earlier than the ZS50 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the A1200 matches up versus the ZS50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A1200 comes with outside 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) and the Panasonic ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the A1200 against the ZS50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and ZS50 is 92 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The pic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A1200 and ZS50.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged A1200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.