Canon A1200 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Canon A1200 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 185g - 98 x 63 x 31mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Released July 2010
- Also Known as WB5000
Canon A1200 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Canon A1200 versus Samsung HZ25W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A1200 was revealed 7 months later than the HZ25W so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the A1200 scores against the HZ25W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon A1200 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are provided at Canon A1200 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Samsung HZ25W
A1200 | HZ25W | |||
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Released | January 2011 | July 2010 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Canon A1200
HZ25W | A1200 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Samsung HZ25W
A1200 | HZ25W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon A1200 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A1200 has got 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) and the Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A1200 versus Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the A1200 and the HZ25W.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A1200 and HZ25W is 92 and 70 respectively.
Canon A1200 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and HZ25W.
Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files although you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer A1200 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon A1200 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also Known as | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 lbs) | 428g (0.94 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $109 | $350 |