Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS6
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS6 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
- Also referred to as Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced January 2015
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT6
- Older Model is Panasonic TS5

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SD1200 IS and Panasonic TS6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and TS6 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SD1200 IS was brought out 6 years prior to the TS6 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SD1200 IS scores vs the TS6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Panasonic TS6
SD1200 IS | TS6 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Canon SD1200 IS
TS6 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 71 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Panasonic TS6
SD1200 IS | TS6 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1200 IS comes with physical dimensions of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic TS6 has proportions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SD1200 IS and Panasonic TS6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SD1200 IS against the TS6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and TS6 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1200 IS and TS6.
As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic TS6 to offer you more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Also Known as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-18 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing 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 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 shots | 370 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 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 |
Launch cost | $250 | $300 |