Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SX620 HS

Here is a extended overview of the Canon SD1200 IS vs Canon SX620 HS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Canon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and SX620 HS (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was announced 8 years prior to the SX620 HS and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SD1200 IS grades versus the SX620 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Canon PowerShot SX620 HS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Canon SX620 HS Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1200 IS has outside measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Canon SX620 HS has measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SD1200 IS compared to the SX620 HS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and SX620 HS is 95 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The graphic below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1200 IS and SX620 HS.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX620 HS to resolve greater detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.