• 1/2.33 inch 28.2mm2
  • 10.1 megapixels
  • 32.00mm - 96.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.0 megapixels
  • 35.00mm - 105.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Pentax E60 advantages over Canon SD1200 IS

  • Less expensive
    $140 vs $230 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 3200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Canon SD1200 IS advantages over Pentax E60

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Fast startup
    ~1.50 vs 2.6 sec
    Faster startup lets you catch the moment
  • Lighter weight
    120g vs 176g
    Lighter weight
  • More dots on screen
    230k vs 112k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 4 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    1.4 fps vs 0.7 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Samsung NV40

Pentax E60
Samsung NV40
  • $100
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Manual focus
  • $329
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
Canon SD1200 IS
Samsung NV40
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $329
  • 1/2.33 inch

Compared to Nikon S520

Pentax E60
Nikon S520
  • $100
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Less expensive
  • $162
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Lighter weight
Canon SD1200 IS
Nikon S520
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $162
  • 1/2.5 inch

Compared to Pentax E70

Pentax E60
Pentax E70
  • $100
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • $140
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Longer stills battery life
Canon SD1200 IS
Pentax E70
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Lighter weight
  • $140
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compared to Fujifilm A170

Pentax E60
Fujifilm A170
  • $100
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Manual focus
  • Faster shutter
  • $95
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More dots on screen
Canon SD1200 IS
Fujifilm A170
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $95
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive

Compared to Pentax E80

Pentax E60
Pentax E80
  • $100
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • $130
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Shoots 24p video
Canon SD1200 IS
Pentax E80
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $130
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
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