Canon A1200 vs Sony S2000
92 Imaging
35 Features
19 Overall
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93 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Canon A1200 vs Sony S2000 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
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2010

Canon A1200 vs Sony S2000 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Canon A1200 versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A1200 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A1200 was brought out 13 months after the S2000 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A1200 matches up vs the S2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A1200 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1200 over the Sony S2000
A1200 | S2000 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Canon A1200
S2000 | A1200 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A1200 and Sony S2000
A1200 | S2000 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Canon A1200 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1200 has physical dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Canon A1200 versus Sony S2000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the A1200 vs the S2000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1200 and S2000 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Canon A1200 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and S2000.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon A1200 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher A1200 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon A1200 vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1200 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Bionz |
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 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 63 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $109 | $225 |