Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic ZR3
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
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- 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
- Released February 2009
- Additionally referred to as Digital IXUS 95 IS
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Canon SD1200 IS versus Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and ZR3 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SD1200 IS was manufactured 11 months prior to the ZR3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SD1200 IS matches up vs the ZR3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Panasonic ZR3
SD1200 IS | ZR3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Canon SD1200 IS
ZR3 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 11 months | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Panasonic ZR3
SD1200 IS | ZR3 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD1200 IS has outside measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD1200 IS versus Panasonic ZR3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD1200 IS compared to the ZR3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and ZR3 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1200 IS and ZR3.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZR3 to resolve more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Also called | Digital IXUS 95 IS | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-18 | 2010-01-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | 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 metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 159 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $250 | $280 |