Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SX130 IS
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SX130 IS Key Specs
(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
- Revealed February 2009
- Additionally referred to as Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Announced August 2010
- Renewed by Canon SX150 IS
Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SX130 IS Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Canon SD1200 IS and Canon SX130 IS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Canon. The resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the SX130 IS (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SD1200 IS was released 18 months before the SX130 IS making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SD1200 IS grades against the SX130 IS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SX130 IS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Canon PowerShot SX130 IS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Canon SX130 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Canon SX130 IS
SD1200 IS | SX130 IS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Canon SD1200 IS
SX130 IS | SD1200 IS | |||
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Announced | August 2010 | February 2009 | Newer by 18 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Canon SX130 IS
SD1200 IS | SX130 IS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SX130 IS Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD1200 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Canon SX130 IS has dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SD1200 IS and Canon SX130 IS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SD1200 IS vs the SX130 IS.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and SX130 IS is 95 and 85 respectively.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SX130 IS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1200 IS and SX130 IS.
As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX130 IS to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SX130 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2010-08-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Digic 4 |
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 | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-336mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.4-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) | 308 grams (0.68 pounds) |
Dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") |
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 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $250 | $250 |