Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus 6010
95 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
21 Overall
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus 6010 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Also referred to as Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Alternate Name is mju Tough 6010

Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus 6010 Overview
The following is a detailed comparison of the Canon SD1200 IS and Olympus 6010, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the 6010 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD1200 IS was announced 4 months earlier than the 6010 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the SD1200 IS grades versus the 6010 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus 6010 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Olympus Stylus Tough 6010. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Olympus 6010 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Olympus 6010
SD1200 IS | 6010 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus 6010 over the Canon SD1200 IS
6010 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Olympus 6010
SD1200 IS | 6010 | |||
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Revealed | February 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus 6010 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD1200 IS provides outside 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 6010 has dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Canon SD1200 IS and Olympus 6010 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SD1200 IS against the 6010.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD1200 IS and 6010 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus 6010 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1200 IS and 6010.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus 6010 to deliver more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus 6010 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus 6010 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Olympus Stylus Tough 6010 |
Also called as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | mju Tough 6010 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2009-07-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 1/4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 lb) | 179g (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | LI-50C |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $250 | $0 |