Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS 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
- Released February 2009
- Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Launched May 2012
Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SD1200 IS versus Olympus TG-1 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SD1200 IS was released 4 years earlier than the TG-1 iHS and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SD1200 IS scores against the TG-1 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
SD1200 IS | TG-1 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Canon SD1200 IS
TG-1 iHS | SD1200 IS | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | February 2009 | More recent by 39 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 610k | 230k | Crisper display (+380k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Olympus TG-1 iHS
SD1200 IS | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SD1200 IS has exterior measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Olympus TG-1 iHS has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SD1200 IS versus Olympus TG-1 iHS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SD1200 IS vs the TG-1 iHS.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SD1200 IS and TG-1 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1200 IS and TG-1 iHS.
As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus TG-1 iHS to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS |
Also called | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-02-18 | 2012-05-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 610 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 230 gr (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
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 shots | 350 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | LI90B |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 and 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $250 | $399 |