Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G 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
- Announced February 2009
- Alternative Name is 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
- Introduced August 2012

Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD1200 IS was revealed 4 years before the Galaxy Camera 4G which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SD1200 IS matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 4G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
SD1200 IS | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Canon SD1200 IS
Galaxy Camera 4G | SD1200 IS | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 42 months |
Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+2.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
SD1200 IS | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1200 IS has outer measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SD1200 IS compared to the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G is 95 and 90 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The picture below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1200 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G.
To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to result in more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 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 dimensions | 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 | - |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | - |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
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 range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
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 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 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $250 | $550 |