Canon A1200 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV

Following is a complete assessment of the Canon A1200 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the GR Digital IV (10MP) is relatively comparable but the A1200 (1/2.3") and GR Digital IV (1/1.7") offer different sensor sizes.

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The A1200 was released 8 months earlier than the GR Digital IV which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A1200 matches up versus the GR Digital IV with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Ricoh GR Digital IV. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 enjoys outside dimensions 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 Ricoh GR Digital IV has proportions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Canon A1200 vs Ricoh GR Digital IV in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the A1200 against the GR Digital IV.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and GR Digital IV is 92 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A1200 and GR Digital IV.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A1200 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Canon A1200 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged A1200 will be behind in sensor tech.