Canon A495 vs Canon SD1200 IS
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Canon A495 vs Canon SD1200 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 175g - 94 x 62 x 31mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 160g - 86 x 55 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Other Name is Digital IXUS 95 IS

Canon A495 vs Canon SD1200 IS Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon A495 and Canon SD1200 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the A495 (10MP) and the SD1200 IS (10MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A495 was unveiled 11 months later than the SD1200 IS so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the A495 grades vs the SD1200 IS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A495 vs Canon SD1200 IS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A495 and Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS. The full galleries are available at Canon A495 Gallery and Canon SD1200 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A495 over the Canon SD1200 IS
A495 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Canon A495
SD1200 IS | A495 | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A495 and Canon SD1200 IS
A495 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon A495 vs Canon SD1200 IS Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A495 enjoys outside measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Canon SD1200 IS has dimensions of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Canon A495 and Canon SD1200 IS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the A495 against the SD1200 IS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A495 and SD1200 IS is 93 and 95 respectively.

Canon A495 vs Canon SD1200 IS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A495 and SD1200 IS.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of files although you have to take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger A495 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon A495 vs Canon SD1200 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A495 vs Canon SD1200 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A495 | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A495 | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS |
Also referred to as | - | Digital IXUS 95 IS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (tunnel) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" 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 | - | 260 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NB-6L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $109 | $250 |