Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm A150
95 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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95 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm A150 Key Specs
(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
- Announced February 2009
- Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 130g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009

Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm A150 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm A150, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm A150 (10MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SD1200 IS was manufactured within a month of the Fujifilm A150 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SD1200 IS scores against the Fujifilm A150 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm A150 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Fujifilm FinePix A150. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Fujifilm A150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Fujifilm A150
SD1200 IS | Fujifilm A150 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm A150 over the Canon SD1200 IS
Fujifilm A150 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Fujifilm A150
SD1200 IS | Fujifilm A150 | |||
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Launched | February 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm A150 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD1200 IS comes with outer measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Fujifilm A150 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm A150 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SD1200 IS against the Fujifilm A150.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD1200 IS and Fujifilm A150 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm A150 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1200 IS and Fujifilm A150.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos however you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm A150 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm A150 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Fujifilm FinePix A150 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Fujifilm FinePix A150 |
Also Known as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-18 | 2009-02-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 36-107mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 lbs) | 130 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" 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 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $250 | $130 |