Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic FH3
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- 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
- Other Name is Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Announced January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS11

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and FH3 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SD1200 IS was revealed 10 months before the FH3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SD1200 IS grades versus the FH3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The full galleries are available at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Panasonic FH3
SD1200 IS | FH3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Canon SD1200 IS
FH3 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 10 months |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Panasonic FH3
SD1200 IS | FH3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1200 IS offers outside dimensions 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 Panasonic FH3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic FH3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SD1200 IS and the FH3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and FH3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1200 IS and FH3.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH3 to render greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS will be behind in sensor technology.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $250 | $160 |