Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon L19
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon L19 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
- Revealed February 2009
- Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 130g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2009
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon L19 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon SD1200 IS and Nikon L19, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and L19 (8MP) and the SD1200 IS (1/2.3") and L19 (1/2.5") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SD1200 IS was revealed at a similar time to the L19 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the SD1200 IS scores versus the L19 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon L19 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Nikon Coolpix L19. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Nikon L19 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Nikon L19
SD1200 IS | L19 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L19 over the Canon SD1200 IS
L19 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Nikon L19
SD1200 IS | L19 | |||
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Revealed | February 2009 | February 2009 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon L19 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1200 IS has external dimensions of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Nikon L19 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SD1200 IS and Nikon L19 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SD1200 IS vs the L19.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and L19 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon L19 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1200 IS and L19.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SD1200 IS using its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon SD1200 IS will resolve greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon L19 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon L19 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Nikon Coolpix L19 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Nikon Coolpix L19 |
Also called | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 8 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3264 x 2448 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 |
Microphone 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 | 160g (0.35 lb) | 130g (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $250 | $0 |