Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh CX3
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh CX3 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
- Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched June 2010

Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh CX3 Overview
Following is a thorough assessment of the Canon SD1200 IS and Ricoh CX3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SD1200 IS was revealed 16 months prior to the CX3 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the SD1200 IS scores vs the CX3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh CX3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Ricoh CX3. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Ricoh CX3
SD1200 IS | CX3 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Canon SD1200 IS
CX3 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 16 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Ricoh CX3
SD1200 IS | CX3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD1200 IS enjoys outer measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
See the Canon SD1200 IS and Ricoh CX3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SD1200 IS against the CX3.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and CX3 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The picture below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1200 IS and CX3.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SD1200 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh CX3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1200 IS vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Ricoh CX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Ricoh CX3 |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-02-18 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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) | 206 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $250 | $329 |