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Canon SD1200 IS vs Pentax H90

Portability
95 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS front
 
Pentax Optio H90 front
Portability
93 Imaging
35 Features
24 Overall
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Pentax H90 Key Specs

Canon SD1200 IS
(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
  • Revealed February 2009
  • Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 95 IS
Pentax H90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
  • Released January 2010
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Pentax H90 Overview

Below is a complete overview of the Canon SD1200 IS versus Pentax H90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the H90 (12MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SD1200 IS was introduced 11 months prior to the H90 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SD1200 IS grades vs the H90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Pentax H90

		

		

			
 SD1200 IS H90 
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Pentax H90 over the Canon SD1200 IS

		

		

			
 H90 SD1200 IS 
ReleasedJanuary 2010February 2009More recent by 11 months
Manual focus  More exact focus
Display sizing2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Pentax H90

		

		

			
 SD1200 IS H90 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen  Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display  Neither offers Touch friendly display
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Canon SD1200 IS vs Pentax H90 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1200 IS offers outer 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) while the Pentax H90 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SD1200 IS versus Pentax H90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SD1200 IS and the H90.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Pentax H90 size comparison
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and H90 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Pentax H90 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon SD1200 IS vs Pentax H90 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
In many cases, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1200 IS and H90.
As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Pentax H90 to produce more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
	
			Canon SD1200 IS vs Pentax H90 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon SD1200 IS vs Pentax H90 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Canon SD1200 IS vs Pentax H90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Canon SD1200 IS Portrait photography highlights
Pentax H90 Portrait photography highlights
25
 comes with face detect focusing
 lack of manual focus
 no manual mode
 cannot use external flash
 low resolution (10MP)
 very small sensor (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW files
27
 you can focus manually
 manual mode not available
 external flash not possible
 low MP (12 megapixels)
 sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison
Street photography with Canon SD1200 IS
Street photography with Pentax H90
56
 image stabilization (Optical)
 screen does not articulate
 very small sensor (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW files
56
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 screen does not articulate
 sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison
 Canon SD1200 IS as a Sports photography camera
 Pentax H90 as a Sports photography camera
24
 image stabilization (Optical)
 max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
 no shutter priority
 low resolution (10 megapixels)
 very small sensor (1/2.3")
 does not have phase detect AF
31
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 supports tracking autofocus
 low fps (1.0 fps)
 no shutter priority
 low MP (12MP)
 sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
 lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Canon SD1200 IS Travel photography highlights
Pentax H90 Travel photography highlights
51
 has built in flash
 no Time Lapse mode
 low resolution (10 megapixels)
 display is not selfie friendly
 wide angle not the best (35mm)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
57
 flash built-in
 reasonably wide (28mm)
 missing Timelapse recording
 low MP (12 megapixels)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison
Canon SD1200 IS Landscape photography highlights
Pentax H90 Landscape photography highlights
27
 image stabilization (Optical)
 lack of manual focus
 fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
 wide angle not the best (35mm)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
 screen is somewhat small (2.5")
 no manual mode
 low resolution (10 megapixels)
 very small sensor (1/2.3")
 does not have RAW files
 no Time Lapse mode
36
 you can focus manually
 reasonably wide (28mm)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
 screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
 manual mode not available
 low MP (12 megapixels)
 sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW format
 missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison
Canon SD1200 IS Vlogging info
Pentax H90 Vlogging info
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 image stabilization (Optical)
 comes with face detect focusing
 wide angle not the best (35mm)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
 display is not selfie friendly
 video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
 no mic socket
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 reasonably wide (28mm)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
 missing external microphone jack
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Pentax H90 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD1200 IS and Pentax H90
 Canon PowerShot SD1200 ISPentax Optio H90
General Information
Make Canon Pentax
Model Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Pentax Optio H90
Alternate name Digital IXUS 95 IS -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-02-18 2010-01-25
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Prime
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3 and  16:9 4:3 and  16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW support    
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
Autofocus touch    
Autofocus continuous    
Single autofocus    
Autofocus tracking    
Selective autofocus    
Autofocus center weighted    
Multi area autofocus    
Autofocus live view    
Face detection autofocus    
Contract detection autofocus    
Phase detection autofocus    
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-4.9 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus range 3cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch capability    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (tunnel) None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Custom white balance    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash range 3.50 m 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe    
AE bracketing    
White balance bracketing    
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input    
Headphone input    
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 160 gr (0.35 pounds) 153 gr (0.34 pounds)
Dimensions 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 format Battery Pack -
Battery model NB-6L D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording    
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $250 $150