Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-H10
95 Imaging
33 Features
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93 Imaging
34 Features
25 Overall
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-H10 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
- Introduced February 2009
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 194g - 102 x 62 x 24mm
- Revealed June 2009

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-H10 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-H10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the EX-H10 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SD1200 IS was launched 3 months earlier than the EX-H10 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SD1200 IS scores versus the EX-H10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-H10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Casio Exilim EX-H10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Casio EX-H10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Casio EX-H10
SD1200 IS | EX-H10 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H10 over the Canon SD1200 IS
EX-H10 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Casio EX-H10
SD1200 IS | EX-H10 | |||
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Revealed | February 2009 | ![]() | June 2009 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-H10 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SD1200 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Casio EX-H10 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-H10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SD1200 IS compared to the EX-H10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SD1200 IS and EX-H10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-H10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1200 IS and EX-H10.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Casio EX-H10 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-H10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-H10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Casio Exilim EX-H10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Casio Exilim EX-H10 |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-18 | 2009-06-11 |
Body design | 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 | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.2-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 lbs) | 194g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 62 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" 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 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | NP-90 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $250 | $300 |