Canon A1200 vs Samsung WB350F

In this article, we are contrasting the Canon A1200 vs Samsung WB350F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the A1200 (12MP) and WB350F (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was announced 4 years prior to the WB350F and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A1200 grades against the WB350F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1200 and Samsung WB350F. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 features external 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 WB350F has dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the A1200 against the WB350F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and WB350F is 92 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and WB350F.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB350F to result in more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The older A1200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.