Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SX520 HS

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SX520 HS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Canon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and SX520 HS (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was revealed 6 years earlier than the SX520 HS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SD1200 IS scores versus the SX520 HS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Canon PowerShot SX520 HS. The full galleries are available at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Canon SX520 HS Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SD1200 IS offers outside measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Canon SX520 HS has sizing of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SD1200 IS against the SX520 HS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD1200 IS and SX520 HS is 95 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1200 IS and SX520 HS.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SX520 HS to render more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.