Canon SD1200 IS vs Sony WX30

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon SD1200 IS and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and WX30 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was introduced 3 years before the WX30 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SD1200 IS grades vs the WX30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SD1200 IS provides external measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony WX30 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Canon SD1200 IS and Sony WX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SD1200 IS against the WX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and WX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1200 IS and WX30.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony WX30 to offer more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.