Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm T550
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm T550 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
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally referred to as Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2013

Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm T550, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and Fujifilm T550 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SD1200 IS was announced 4 years prior to the Fujifilm T550 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SD1200 IS matches up vs the Fujifilm T550 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Fujifilm FinePix T550. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Fujifilm T550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Fujifilm T550
SD1200 IS | Fujifilm T550 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Canon SD1200 IS
Fujifilm T550 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 47 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Fujifilm T550
SD1200 IS | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD1200 IS has got physical dimensions 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 T550 has sizing of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm T550 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SD1200 IS vs the Fujifilm T550.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and Fujifilm T550 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1200 IS and Fujifilm T550.
All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Fujifilm T550 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Fujifilm FinePix T550 |
Also called as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-02-18 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3440 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 lbs) | 136g (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | 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 | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $250 | $160 |