Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic FX700

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SD1200 IS versus Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and FX700 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was released 17 months prior to the FX700 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SD1200 IS grades against the FX700 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Canon SD1200 IS provides exterior dimensions of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic FX700 has sizing of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Canon SD1200 IS versus Panasonic FX700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SD1200 IS vs the FX700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and FX700 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1200 IS and FX700.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FX700 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.