Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus XZ-10

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon SD1200 IS and Olympus XZ-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was announced 5 years before the XZ-10 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SD1200 IS scores against the XZ-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1200 IS features exterior measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Olympus XZ-10 has proportions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SD1200 IS and the XZ-10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and XZ-10 is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1200 IS and XZ-10.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus XZ-10 to give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.