Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus 7040

Below, we are matching up the Canon SD1200 IS and Olympus 7040, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and 7040 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was released 10 months before the 7040 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SD1200 IS grades versus the 7040 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Olympus Stylus 7040. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Olympus 7040 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1200 IS provides external 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) and the Olympus 7040 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Canon SD1200 IS and Olympus 7040 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SD1200 IS versus the 7040.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and 7040 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1200 IS and 7040.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus 7040 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.