Canon A1200 vs Pentax X90

Following is a extensive analysis of the Canon A1200 and Pentax X90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was unveiled 7 months after the X90 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon A1200 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the A1200 grades vs the X90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Pentax X90. The full galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 offers outside dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Pentax X90 has dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Canon A1200 and Pentax X90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the A1200 vs the X90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and X90 is 92 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and X90.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images although you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer A1200 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.