Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR15
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR15 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2012

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR15 Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SD1200 IS and Casio EX-ZR15, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and EX-ZR15 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SD1200 IS was introduced 3 years earlier than the EX-ZR15 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the SD1200 IS matches up against the EX-ZR15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR15. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Casio EX-ZR15
SD1200 IS | EX-ZR15 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Canon SD1200 IS
EX-ZR15 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 35 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Casio EX-ZR15
SD1200 IS | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR15 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1200 IS comes with external 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-ZR15 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SD1200 IS and Casio EX-ZR15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SD1200 IS and the EX-ZR15.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and EX-ZR15 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR15 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1200 IS and EX-ZR15.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR15 to produce greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR15 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1200 IS vs Casio EX-ZR15 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 |
Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-18 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Exilim Engine 5.0 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lb) | 176 grams (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 images | 325 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | NP-110 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $250 | $249 |