Canon A1200 vs Panasonic GF5 Specifications

1/2.3 inch 28.1mm²
12.1 megapixels
28.00mm - 112.00mm (35mm eq.)

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4/3 224.9mm²
12.1 megapixels
ISO 160 - 6400

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Detailed specifications
Canon PowerShot A1200
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5

Links
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Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:		Panasonic GF3 GF3 vs GF5
Successor:		Panasonic GF6 GF5 vs GF6
General
Model Number:	A1200	GF5
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Compact	Compact System Camera
Currently Manufactured:	No	No
Retail Price:	$109.99	$749.00
Street Price:	$101.31	$429.95
Date Available:	2011-03-05	2012-06-15
Tripod Mount:	Yes	Yes
Weight:	6.5 oz (185 g) includes batteries	12.8 oz (364 g) includes batteries, kit lens
Size:	3.8 x 2.5 x 1.2 in. (98 x 63 x 31 mm)	4.2 x 2.6 x 1.4 in. (108 x 67 x 37 mm)
Waterproof:	No	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CCD	Live MOS
Sensor Manufacturer:		Panasonic
Effective Megapixels:	12.1	12.1
Sensor Format:	1/2.3 inch	4/3
Sensor size:	28.0735mm² (6.17mm x 4.55mm)	224.9mm² (17.30mm x 13.00mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	1.54 microns	4.33 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	n/a	2.0x
Aspect Ratio:	4:3, 16:9	4:3
Color Filter Type:	RGBG	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:		Fixed
Self-Cleaning:	No	Yes
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No	No
DxO Sensor Score:		61
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):		21.4
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):		11.6
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):		618
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	4000 x 3000 (12.0 MP, 4:3), 4000 x 2248 (9.0 MP, 16:9), 2816 x 2112 (5.9 MP, 4:3), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3)	4000 x 3000 (12.0 MP, 4:3), 4000 x 2672 (10.7 MP, 3:2), 4000 x 2248 (9.0 MP, 16:9), 2816 x 2112 (5.9 MP, 4:3), 2816 x 1880 (5.3 MP, 3:2), 2816 x 1584 (4.5 MP, 16:9), 2992 x 2992 (9.0 MP, 1:1), 2112 x 2112 (4.5 MP, 1:1), 2048 x 1536 (3.1 MP, 4:3), 2048 x 1360 (2.8 MP, Other), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1504 x 1504 (2.3 MP, 1:1), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 1600 x 1064 (1.7 MP, 3:2), 1600 x 904 (1.4 MP, Other), 1440 x 1440 (2.1 MP, 1:1)
Image File Format:	JPEG (EXIF 2.3)	JPEG (EXIF v2.3), MPO, RAW, RAW+JPEG
Continuous-mode frames/second:	n/a	4.0
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes	Yes
Movie Resolution:	1280x720 (24/6/3/1.5) 640x480 (30/6/3/1.5) 320x240 (30)	1920x1080 (30p/60i (sensor output is 30p)) 1280x720 (60p/30p) 640x480 (30p)
Movie File Format:	MOV (Image data: H.264; Audio data: Linear PCM (monaural))	AVCHD (Audio format: Dolby Digital 2 ch) / MP4 (Audio format: AAC 2 ch)
Composite Video Out:	Yes	Yes
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	Yes	No
Video Usable as Viewfinder:		No
HD Video Out:		Yes
HD Video Connection:		HDMI

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	n/a	Micro Four Thirds
Lens:	Canon Zoom Lens	Panasonic LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH/POWER O.I.S.
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	28 - 112mm	28 - 84mm
Focal Length (actual):	5 - 20mm	14 - 42mm
Zoom Ratio:	4.00x	3.00x
Aperture Range:	f/2.8 (W) - f/5.9 (T)	f/3.5 (W) / f/5.6 (T) - f/22
Integrated ND Filter:	No	No
Normal Focus Range:	3 cm to Infinity 1.2 in to Infinity	20 cm to Infinity 7.9 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:	3 - 50 cm 1.2 - 19.7 in
Filter Thread:	n/a	37.0mm
Thread Type:	n/a	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	No	Yes
Digital Zoom:	Yes	Yes
Digital Zoom Values:	Up to 4x	Up to 4x
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Contrast Detect with Face Detection	Contrast detection with Face detect, AF tracking, 23-area, 1 area, Pinpoint
Auto Focus Assist Light?	No	Yes
Manual Focus:	No	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	Optical / LCD	No / LCD
Viewfinder Type:	Real-image Optical Viewfinder
Focus Peaking:	No	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes	No
Rear Display:	Yes	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	2.7	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	230,000 dots	921,600 dots (307,200 px)
Touchscreen:	No	Yes
Articulating Screen:	No	No
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No	No
Selfie Screen:	No	No
Max Playback Zoom:		16.0x
Top Deck Display:		No

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):		6400
Minimum ISO (native):		160
ISO Settings:	Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600.	Auto, 160-6400 in 1/3EV steps, extendable to 12800; Intelligent ISO
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom	Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Incandescent, Flash, White Set 1, White Set 2, Color Temperature Setting
Shutter Speed Range:	1/1600 - 15 sec	1/4000 - 60 sec
Bulb Mode:	No	No
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps	+/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	Evaluative, Center-weighted, Spot (center)	144-zone Intelligent Multiple, Center-weighted, Spot
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes	Yes
Aperture Priority:	No	Yes
Shutter Priority:	No	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	No	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	SCN: Blur Reduction, Portrait, Landscape, Kids & Pets, Smart Shutter4 Low Light, Beach, Foliage, Snow, Fireworks, Long Shutter; Creative Filters: Fish-eye Effect, Miniature Effect, Toy Camera Effect, Monochrome, Super Vivid, Poster Effect; Discreet, Movie: Standard, Miniature Effect	Scene Guide: Clear Portrait, Silky Skin, Backlit Softness, Clear in Backlight, Relaxing Tone, Sweet Child's Face, Distinct Scenery, Bright Blue Sky, Romantic Sunset Glow, Vivid Sunset Glow, Glistening Water, Clear Nightscape, Cool Night Sky, Warm Glowing Nightscape, Artistic Nightscape, Glittering Illuminations, Clear Night Portrait, Soft Image of a Flower, Appetizing Food, Cute Dessert, Freeze Animal Motion, Clear Sports Shot, Monochrome; Creative Control: Expressive, Retro, High Key, Low Key, Sepia, Dynamic Monochrome, Impressive Art, High Dynamic, Cross Process, Toy Effect, Miniature Effect, One Point Color.
Self Timer:	2, 10, Custom seconds	2, 10, 10 (3 images) seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes	Yes
Flash Modes:	Auto, On, Slow Synchro, Off	Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a	5.0 m / 16.4 ft.
Flash Range Description:	Auto ISO: 12 in.-13 ft. (W), 1.6-6.6 ft. (T)/30cm-4.0m (W), 50cm-2.0m (T)	Lens dependent; GN 6.3 (ISO 160, m)
Max Flash Sync:		1/160
Flash Exposure Compensation:
External Flash Connection:	n/a	n/a
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC / SDXC	SD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS Support:		UHS-I
Other Memory:		Compatible with UHS-I standard
Dual Card Slots:	No	No
RAW Capture Support:	No	Yes
Uncompressed Format:		RAW, RAW+JPEG
Movie File Format:	MOV (Image data: H.264; Audio data: Linear PCM (monaural))	AVCHD (Audio format: Dolby Digital 2 ch) / MP4 (Audio format: AAC 2 ch)
Included Memory:	No memory included	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No	No
NFC:	No	No
Bluetooth:	No	No
Built-In GPS:	No	No
Microphone Jack:	No	No
Headphone Jack:	No	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 High Speed	USB 2.0 High Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes	Yes
DPOF Compliant:	Yes	Yes
Remote Control:	No	No
Remote Control Type:
Connections (extended):		Mini HDMI (Type C)

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):		0.45
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):		0.42
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):		4
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):
Camera penalizes early shutter press?		No
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):		4.0
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):		5
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):		0.18 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):		0.074 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):		0.41 seconds
Shutter Lag (prefocused):		0.066 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):		Full AF shutter lag, Wide-area = 0.189s
Startup Time:		1.4 seconds
Play -> Record Time:		0.6 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:		4.8 seconds
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):	200 shots (Alkaline AA)	330 shots
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	2 x AA	Proprietary 7.2v 940mAh
Usable Battery Types:	Alkaline, Lithium disposables; NiMH rechargeables	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	2 x AA Alkaline disposables	1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	No	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:
Internal Charging Supported:
Software
Included Software:	Canon software suite	PHOTOfunSTUDIO 8.2 AE, SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.1 SE, Super LoiloScope (trial), USB Driver
OS Compatibility:	Windows, Mac OS	Windows, Mac OS
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	Optical viewfinder, Smart AUTO, 720p HD videos, new Discreet mode disables sound and flash, Creative Filters. Available in silver and black.	Newly developed 12.1-megapixel Live MOS sensor and redesigned Venus Engine. The noise reduction system includes a combination 3DNR (3D Noise Reduction) and MNR (Multi-process Noise Reduction). Available in black, white and red later this year.