• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.2 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 86.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.0 megapixels
  • 35.00mm - 105.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Samsung NV24 HD advantages over Canon SD1200 IS

  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Wider angle lens
    24 mm vs 35 mm
    Capture more of the scene

Canon SD1200 IS advantages over Samsung NV24 HD

  • Less expensive
    $230 vs $349 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • More telephoto lens reach
    105 mm vs 86 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 8 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • 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
  • 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
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • 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
  • 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 L210

Samsung NV24 HD
Samsung L210
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $99
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
Canon SD1200 IS
Samsung L210
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $99
  • 1/2.33 inch

Compared to Samsung NV40

Samsung NV24 HD
Samsung NV40
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $329
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • 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 Panasonic DMC-FX35

Samsung NV24 HD
Panasonic DMC-FX35
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $350
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer exposure
Canon SD1200 IS
Panasonic DMC-FX35
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $350
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Wider angle lens
  • Longer exposure

Compared to Nikon S520

Samsung NV24 HD
Nikon S520
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • HDMI out
  • $162
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
Canon SD1200 IS
Nikon S520
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $162
  • 1/2.5 inch

Compared to Nikon S610c

Samsung NV24 HD
Nikon S610c
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $330
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • More telephoto lens reach
Canon SD1200 IS
Nikon S610c
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $330
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Wider angle lens
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