Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung SL30

Below, we will be matching up the Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was announced within a month of the SL30 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SD1200 IS matches up against the SL30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Samsung SL30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD1200 IS offers outside dimensions of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung SL30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SD1200 IS and the SL30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD1200 IS and SL30 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1200 IS and SL30.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.