Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus VR-340

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus VR-340, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and VR-340 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was unveiled 3 years prior to the VR-340 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SD1200 IS scores vs the VR-340 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Olympus VR-340. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1200 IS enjoys 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) whilst the Olympus VR-340 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Canon SD1200 IS vs Olympus VR-340 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SD1200 IS against the VR-340.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SD1200 IS and VR-340 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1200 IS and VR-340.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus VR-340 to offer you more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.