Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung EX2F

In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon SD1200 IS and Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty close but the SD1200 IS (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The SD1200 IS was revealed 4 years earlier than the EX2F and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SD1200 IS matches up vs the EX2F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD1200 IS comes with exterior measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SD1200 IS vs the EX2F.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and EX2F is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1200 IS and EX2F.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SD1200 IS using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung EX2F will result in greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.