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Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS3

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 front
Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
31
Overall
34

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Key Specs

Canon SD1200 IS
(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
  • Released February 2009
  • Other Name is Digital IXUS 95 IS
Panasonic TS3
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
  • Released August 2011
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT3
  • Old Model is Panasonic TS2
  • Updated by Panasonic TS4
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Overview

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was announced 3 years earlier than the TS3 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SD1200 IS matches up against the TS3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Panasonic TS3

 SD1200 IS TS3 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Canon SD1200 IS

 TS3 SD1200 IS 
ReleasedAugust 2011February 2009More modern by 30 months
Display dimensions2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Panasonic TS3

 SD1200 IS TS3 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SD1200 IS features exterior dimensions 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 Panasonic TS3 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SD1200 IS and the TS3.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS3 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD1200 IS and TS3 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS3 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1200 IS and TS3.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS3 to offer extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS3 sensor size comparison

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic TS3 as a Portrait photography camera
25
features face detect focus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS Street photography factors
Panasonic TS3 Street photography factors
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon SD1200 IS
Sports photography with Panasonic TS3
24
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking autofocus
environment proof
better than average battery life (310 CIPA)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
low fps (4.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS Travel photography information
Panasonic TS3 Travel photography information
51
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
64
better than average battery life (310 per charge)
environment proof
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
low resolution (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS Landscape photography factors
Panasonic TS3 Landscape photography factors
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.5")
manual mode not available
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
38
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
better than average battery life (310 shots)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS Vlogging info
Panasonic TS3 Vlogging info
28
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic jack
32
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
no external mic port
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD1200 IS and Panasonic TS3
 Canon PowerShot SD1200 ISPanasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
General Information
Make Canon Panasonic
Model type Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3
Other name Digital IXUS 95 IS Lumix DMC-FT3
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2009-02-18 2011-08-16
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-4.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (tunnel) None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/1300s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 5.60 m
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic 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 BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 160g (0.35 lbs) 197g (0.43 lbs)
Physical dimensions 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 images 310 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-6L -
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $250 $380