Canon SD1200 IS vs Fujifilm XF1

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.

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.

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.

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.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and Fujifilm XF1 is 95 and 90 respectively.

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.