Canon A3000 IS vs Canon SD1200 IS
94 Imaging
33 Features
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95 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Canon A3000 IS vs Canon SD1200 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 165g - 97 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 160g - 86 x 55 x 22mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally referred to as Digital IXUS 95 IS

Canon A3000 IS vs Canon SD1200 IS Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon A3000 IS versus Canon SD1200 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are designed by Canon. The resolution of the A3000 IS (10MP) and the SD1200 IS (10MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The A3000 IS was launched 11 months after the SD1200 IS so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the A3000 IS matches up versus the SD1200 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A3000 IS vs Canon SD1200 IS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3000 IS and Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS. The complete galleries are available at Canon A3000 IS Gallery and Canon SD1200 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3000 IS over the Canon SD1200 IS
A3000 IS | SD1200 IS | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Canon A3000 IS
SD1200 IS | A3000 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3000 IS and Canon SD1200 IS
A3000 IS | SD1200 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon A3000 IS vs Canon SD1200 IS Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A3000 IS has got exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Canon SD1200 IS has specifications of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Canon A3000 IS versus Canon SD1200 IS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the A3000 IS vs the SD1200 IS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A3000 IS and SD1200 IS is 94 and 95 respectively.

Canon A3000 IS vs Canon SD1200 IS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The image here may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3000 IS and SD1200 IS.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files though you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern A3000 IS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon A3000 IS vs Canon SD1200 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3000 IS vs Canon SD1200 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3000 IS | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3000 IS | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS |
Also called | - | Digital IXUS 95 IS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2009-02-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (tunnel) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 grams (0.36 lb) | 160 grams (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 260 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-8L | NB-6L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $240 | $250 |