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Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-Z33

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 front
Portability
97
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-Z33 Key Specs

Canon SD1200 IS
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • 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
  • Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 95 IS
Casio EX-Z33
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
  • Released August 2009
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-Z33 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon SD1200 IS versus Casio EX-Z33, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the EX-Z33 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was brought out 6 months prior to the EX-Z33 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SD1200 IS scores versus the EX-Z33 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Casio EX-Z33

 SD1200 IS EX-Z33 

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Canon SD1200 IS

 EX-Z33 SD1200 IS 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing

Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Casio EX-Z33

 SD1200 IS EX-Z33 
ReleasedFebruary 2009August 2009Similar age
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.5"2.5"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-Z33 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SD1200 IS enjoys exterior 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-Z33 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SD1200 IS compared to the EX-Z33.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-Z33 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and EX-Z33 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-Z33 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-Z33 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1200 IS and EX-Z33.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you should really factor the age of the products into consideration.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-Z33 sensor size comparison

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-Z33 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-Z33 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS Portrait photography highlights
Casio EX-Z33 Portrait photography highlights
25
comes with face detection autofocus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
low MP (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
26
has manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
low resolution (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS Street photography factors
Casio EX-Z33 Street photography factors
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
55
lighter than others in class (106g)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS Sports photography information
Casio EX-Z33 Sports photography information
24
image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
low MP (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
16
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low resolution (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon SD1200 IS
Travel photography with Casio EX-Z33
51
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
low MP (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
56
lighter than others in class (106g)
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
low resolution (10 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Casio EX-Z33 as a Landscape photography camera
27
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
no manual exposure
low MP (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
27
has manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.5 inches)
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS Vlogging features
Casio EX-Z33 Vlogging features
28
image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection autofocus
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external microphone socket
25
lighter than others in class (106g)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external microphone port
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-Z33 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD1200 IS and Casio EX-Z33
 Canon PowerShot SD1200 ISCasio Exilim EX-Z33
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Casio
Model Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Casio Exilim EX-Z33
Also referred to as Digital IXUS 95 IS -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-02-18 2009-08-31
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 10MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Lowest native ISO 80 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 36-107mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-4.9 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus distance 3cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.5 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (tunnel) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m 2.80 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
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) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 160 grams (0.35 lb) 106 grams (0.23 lb)
Physical dimensions 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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 form Battery Pack -
Battery model NB-6L NP-82
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $250 $120