Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25
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![Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS front Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SD1200-IS.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS25/Panasonic-TS25-front.jpg)
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 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
- Launched February 2009
- Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT25
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Canon SD1200 IS and Panasonic TS25, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and TS25 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The SD1200 IS was manufactured 4 years prior to the TS25 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the SD1200 IS grades vs the TS25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Panasonic TS25
SD1200 IS | TS25 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Canon SD1200 IS
TS25 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 47 months |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Panasonic TS25
SD1200 IS | TS25 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. 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) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
See the Canon SD1200 IS and Panasonic TS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SD1200 IS and the TS25.
![Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 size comparison Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1200-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS25-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD1200 IS and TS25 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 top view buttons comparison Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1200-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The picture here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1200 IS and TS25.
To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS25 to result in more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
![Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 sensor size comparison Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1200-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1200-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS25-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | Lumix DMC-FT25 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-18 | 2013-01-07 |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) | 144 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photos | 250 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $250 | $180 |