Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon P310
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon P310 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
- Revealed February 2009
- Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon P300
- Refreshed by Nikon P330
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon P310 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon SD1200 IS versus Nikon P310, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and P310 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SD1200 IS was launched 4 years earlier than the P310 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the SD1200 IS grades vs the P310 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon P310 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Nikon Coolpix P310. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Nikon P310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Nikon P310
SD1200 IS | P310 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Canon SD1200 IS
P310 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Revealed | June 2012 | February 2009 | More recent by 40 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Nikon P310
SD1200 IS | P310 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon P310 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD1200 IS has 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) while the Nikon P310 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SD1200 IS versus Nikon P310 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SD1200 IS vs the P310.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and P310 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon P310 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1200 IS and P310.
Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon P310 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon P310 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Nikon Coolpix P310 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Nikon Coolpix P310 |
Also Known as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2012-06-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
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 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | 230 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $250 | $700 |