Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS30

Let's look much closer at the Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and TS30 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was revealed 6 years earlier than the TS30 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SD1200 IS grades against the TS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1200 IS provides physical 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 TS30 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD1200 IS versus the TS30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and TS30 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1200 IS and TS30.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic TS30 to give you more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.