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Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S1200pj

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28
Canon PowerShot SD780 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix S1200pj front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32

Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S1200pj Key Specs

Canon SD780 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-100mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 155g - 87 x 56 x 18mm
  • Launched February 2009
  • Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 100 IS
Nikon S1200pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
  • Released August 2011
Photography Glossary

Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S1200pj Overview

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SD780 IS versus Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SD780 IS (12MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD780 IS was introduced 3 years before the S1200pj which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SD780 IS matches up against the S1200pj in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD780 IS over the Nikon S1200pj

 SD780 IS S1200pj 

Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Canon SD780 IS

 S1200pj SD780 IS 
ReleasedAugust 2011February 2009Newer by 30 months
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Canon SD780 IS and Nikon S1200pj

 SD780 IS S1200pj 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S1200pj Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SD780 IS enjoys external measurements of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1200pj has measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SD780 IS versus the S1200pj.

Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S1200pj size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SD780 IS and S1200pj is 96 and 93 respectively.

Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S1200pj top view buttons comparison

Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S1200pj Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SD780 IS and S1200pj.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S1200pj to result in greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged SD780 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S1200pj sensor size comparison

Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S1200pj Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S1200pj Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD780 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S1200pj as a Portrait photography camera
26
includes face detect autofocus
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon SD780 IS as a Street photography camera
Nikon S1200pj as a Street photography camera
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competition in class (155 grams)
54
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than competition in class (186 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SD780 IS Sports photography details
Nikon S1200pj Sports photography details
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
35
image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
slow fps (0.8 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon SD780 IS as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S1200pj as a Travel photography camera
50
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (155 grams)
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
61
decent megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (186 grams)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SD780 IS Landscape photography information
Nikon S1200pj Landscape photography information
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
lack of manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
42
really wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual exposure
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon SD780 IS
Vlogging with Nikon S1200pj
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect autofocus
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic port
heavier than competition in class (155 grams)
29
really wide (28mm)
touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic support
heavier than competition in class (186g)
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Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S1200pj Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD780 IS and Nikon S1200pj
 Canon PowerShot SD780 ISNikon Coolpix S1200pj
General Information
Company Canon Nikon
Model type Canon PowerShot SD780 IS Nikon Coolpix S1200pj
Also called as Digital IXUS 100 IS -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2009-02-18 2011-08-24
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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 12MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 33-100mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-5.8 f/3.9-5.8
Macro focusing distance 3cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (tunnel) None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 0.8fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 155g (0.34 pounds) 186g (0.41 pounds)
Dimensions 87 x 56 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NB-4L EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at release $0 $499