Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- 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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced August 2012
Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon SD1200 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The SD1200 IS was released 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SD1200 IS matches up against the Galaxy Camera 3G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
SD1200 IS | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Canon SD1200 IS
Galaxy Camera 3G | SD1200 IS | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | February 2009 | More recent by 42 months | |
Display size | 4.8" | 2.5" | Larger display (+2.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
SD1200 IS | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1200 IS offers physical dimensions of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Look at the Canon SD1200 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SD1200 IS compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 95 and 90 respectively.
Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The graphic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1200 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-02-18 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | - |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $250 | $606 |