Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102
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![Canon PowerShot A1200 front Canon PowerShot A1200 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A1200/Canon-A1200-front.jpg)
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Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 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
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Additionally Known as ES55
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Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Below is a extensive comparison of the Canon A1200 versus Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The A1200 was brought out 2 years later than the SL102 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A1200 grades versus the SL102 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Samsung SL102. The entire galleries are available at Canon A1200 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Samsung SL102
A1200 | SL102 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 25 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Canon A1200
SL102 | A1200 |
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Common features in the Canon A1200 and Samsung SL102
A1200 | SL102 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A1200 has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Canon A1200 versus Samsung SL102 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the A1200 versus the SL102.
![Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 size comparison Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1200-vs-Samsung-SL102-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and SL102 is 92 and 96 respectively.
![Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 top view buttons comparison Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1200-vs-Samsung-SL102-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A1200 and SL102.
As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon A1200 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent A1200 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
![Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 sensor size comparison Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1200-vs-Samsung-SL102-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1200-vs-Samsung-SL102-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A1200 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Samsung SL102 |
Also Known as | - | ES55 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
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) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | 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 | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) | 116 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 photos | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $109 | $130 |