Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1
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![Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS front Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SD1200-IS.jpg)
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 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
- Introduced February 2009
- Additionally Known as Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 33mm
- Launched September 2012
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon SD1200 IS and Fujifilm XF1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) is pretty close but the SD1200 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") provide different sensor dimensions.
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The SD1200 IS was manufactured 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm XF1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SD1200 IS grades against the Fujifilm XF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Fujifilm XF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Fujifilm XF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Fujifilm XF1
SD1200 IS | Fujifilm XF1 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XF1 over the Canon SD1200 IS
Fujifilm XF1 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Launched | September 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 43 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Fujifilm XF1
SD1200 IS | Fujifilm XF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1200 IS has got physical dimensions of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Fujifilm XF1 has measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SD1200 IS and Fujifilm XF1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SD1200 IS vs the Fujifilm XF1.
![Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 size comparison Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1200-IS-vs-Fujifilm-XF1-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and Fujifilm XF1 is 95 and 90 respectively.
![Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 top view buttons comparison Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1200-IS-vs-Fujifilm-XF1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1200 IS and Fujifilm XF1.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SD1200 IS due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Fujifilm XF1 will render more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 sensor size comparison Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1200-IS-vs-Fujifilm-XF1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1200-IS-vs-Fujifilm-XF1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Fujifilm XF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Fujifilm XF1 |
Also called as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-18 | 2012-09-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 2/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) | 255 grams (0.56 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 108 x 62 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 199 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $250 | $380 |