Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus Tough-3000

Below is a in-depth review of the Canon SD1200 IS and Olympus Tough-3000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the Tough-3000 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was introduced 10 months prior to the Tough-3000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SD1200 IS grades vs the Tough-3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Olympus Stylus Tough-3000. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SD1200 IS has outer measurements 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 Olympus Tough-3000 has specifications of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SD1200 IS and Olympus Tough-3000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SD1200 IS vs the Tough-3000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and Tough-3000 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1200 IS and Tough-3000.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus Tough-3000 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.