Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S4300
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S4300 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
- Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched February 2012
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S4300 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon SD1200 IS and Nikon S4300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and S4300 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe SD1200 IS was brought out 3 years before the S4300 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SD1200 IS scores versus the S4300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S4300 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Nikon Coolpix S4300. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Nikon S4300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Nikon S4300
SD1200 IS | S4300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Canon SD1200 IS
S4300 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 35 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Nikon S4300
SD1200 IS | S4300 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S4300 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD1200 IS offers outside measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Nikon S4300 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Canon SD1200 IS and Nikon S4300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SD1200 IS against the S4300.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and S4300 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S4300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1200 IS and S4300.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S4300 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S4300 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S4300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Nikon Coolpix S4300 |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-18 | 2012-02-01 |
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 | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 139g (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 shots | 180 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $250 | $119 |