Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony HX50V

Here, we are comparing the Canon SD1200 IS and Sony HX50V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was launched 5 years before the HX50V and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SD1200 IS matches up vs the HX50V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon SD1200 IS has got physical 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 Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SD1200 IS and Sony HX50V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SD1200 IS and the HX50V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and HX50V is 95 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1200 IS and HX50V.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX50V to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older SD1200 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.