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Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony S2000

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 front
Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony S2000 Key Specs

Canon SD1200 IS
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Also referred to as Digital IXUS 95 IS
Sony S2000
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
  • Announced January 2010
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony S2000 Overview

Following is a in-depth overview of the Canon SD1200 IS versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was brought out 10 months before the S2000 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SD1200 IS grades vs the S2000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Sony S2000

 SD1200 IS S2000 

Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Canon SD1200 IS

 S2000 SD1200 IS 
AnnouncedJanuary 2010February 2009More modern by 10 months
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Sony S2000

 SD1200 IS S2000 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1200 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Canon SD1200 IS versus Sony S2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD1200 IS and the S2000.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony S2000 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and S2000 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony S2000 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1200 IS and S2000.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files however you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SD1200 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony S2000 sensor size comparison

Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony S2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon SD1200 IS
Portrait photography with Sony S2000
25
provides face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
19
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS Street photography factors
Sony S2000 Street photography factors
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
46
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS Sports photography details
Sony S2000 Sports photography details
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
low fps (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,200 seconds)
slow frames per second (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon SD1200 IS
Travel photography with Sony S2000
51
built-in flash
missing Timelapse mode
low resolution (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
50
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse function
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS Landscape photography details
Sony S2000 Landscape photography details
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.5 inches)
lack of manual mode
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
27
screen size is decent (3")
manual focus not available
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD1200 IS Vlogging info
Sony S2000 Vlogging info
28
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focusing
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external microphone socket
21
wide angle not good (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
missing mic jack
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony S2000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD1200 IS and Sony S2000
 Canon PowerShot SD1200 ISSony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
General Information
Company Canon Sony
Model Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000
Also referred to as Digital IXUS 95 IS -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-02-18 2010-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 3456 x 2592
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 33-105mm (3.2x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-4.9 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus range 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (tunnel) None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 secs 1 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/1200 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m 3.30 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 160 grams (0.35 lb) 167 grams (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $250 $225