Canon A1200 vs Samsung PL200
92 Imaging
35 Features
19 Overall
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94 Imaging
36 Features
22 Overall
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Canon A1200 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 185g - 98 x 63 x 31mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Introduced July 2010

Canon A1200 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon A1200 and Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A1200 was released 6 months after the PL200 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the A1200 scores versus the PL200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A1200 vs Samsung PL200 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Samsung PL200. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Samsung PL200
A1200 | PL200 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Canon A1200
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Samsung PL200
A1200 | PL200 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon A1200 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 provides physical 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 Samsung PL200 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A1200 and Samsung PL200 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the A1200 versus the PL200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and PL200 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Canon A1200 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and PL200.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung PL200 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.

Canon A1200 vs Samsung PL200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1200 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Samsung PL200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Samsung PL200 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-21 |
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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 lbs) | 170g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $109 | $0 |