Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony S950

Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SD1200 IS versus Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and the S950 (10MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was launched very close to the S950 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SD1200 IS grades versus the S950 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The complete galleries are available at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Sony S950 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1200 IS has outer dimensions of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony S950 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SD1200 IS versus Sony S950 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SD1200 IS vs the S950.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and S950 is 95 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1200 IS and S950.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you should really consider the launch date of the products into consideration.