Canon SD1200 IS vs Nikon S6100

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon SD1200 IS versus Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and S6100 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was launched 24 months before the S6100 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SD1200 IS grades versus the S6100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Nikon Coolpix S6100. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Nikon S6100 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1200 IS provides exterior measurements 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 Nikon S6100 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SD1200 IS and the S6100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and S6100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The image below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1200 IS and S6100.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S6100 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.