Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green)
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The Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital ELPH is a feature-rich, pocket-sized, Digital Camera with 10.0 megapixel resolution, a sharp and fast 3x optical zoom lens, and features Canon's advanced Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) system that significantly reduces image blur, and helps users achieve the best possible picture quality even in low-light shooting conditions. The camera incorporates Canon's latest DIGIC 4 processor for smooth color gradations, rich detail, and unparalleled quality.
- 10.0 Megapixel Resolution
- The 10.0 megapixel resolution of the SD1200 ensures that images are captured with all the detail needed for large photo quality prints.
- Smart AUTO Exposure
- Concentrate on your subjects--let the camera handle the pictures. Canon's Smart Auto mode analyzes your shooting conditions with 18 pre-defined scene settings. From a wide, floral landscape to a night on the town with friends, the SD1200 intelligently captures your memories--maximizing quality while minimizing effort.
- Optical Image Stabilizer
- Canon's optical image stabilizer counteracts the camera shake caused by slight hand movements. This adds stability to hand-held, telephoto or moving shots and enables shooting at shutter speeds of up to three stops slower than typical with no noticeable increase in image blur.
- 2.5" PureColor LCD II
- Framing your photos couldn't be easier than with the SD1200's bright, crisp 2.5" LCD. Smooth color transitions, high-resolution, and scratch-resistant, anti-reflective coatings make composing and viewing effortless, even under bright sunlight.
- Advanced Face Detection Technology
- Canon's Advanced Face Detection Technology keeps every face in focus. The latest in focus-tracking technology coupled with Intelligent Contrast Correction, and Red-eye Correction deliver consistent sharpness and natural, life-like skin tones.
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| Camera Type | Point-and-shoot Digital Camera |
| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Effective: 10.3MP, Recorded: 10.0MP |
| Sensor | 1/2.3" CCD |
| Bit Depth | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| File Formats | JPEG, AVI, WAV |
| File Size | 2.7 MB |
| Color Spaces | sRGB |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
| Crop Factor | N/A |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens | 6.2-18.6mm f/2.8-4.9 (35mm film equivalent: 35-105mm) |
| Zoom | Optical: 3x, Digital: 4x |
| Lens Mount | N/A |
| Focus Type | Autofocus |
| Focus Range |
Normal: 12" (30cm) - infinity Macro: 1.2" (3cm) - 19.7" (50cm) Digital Macro: 1.2" (3cm) - 3.9" (10cm) |
| Accessory Lens/Filter Mount | N/A |
| Shooting Controls | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity | ISO: 100-1600 |
| Shutter Speeds | 1/1500 - 15 sec. |
| Metering | Evaluative, Center-weighted, Spot |
| Exposure Modes | Auto, Program, Scene |
| White Balance | Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom |
| Mirror Lock-Up | No |
| Burst Capability | 1.4fps Continuous Shooting |
| Self Timer | 2 seconds or 10 seconds |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Remote Control | No |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Effective Flash Range | 1.0' (0.3 m) - 14' (4.2 m) |
| External Flash Connection | None |
| Dedicated Flash System | N/A |
| Max Sync Speed | N/A |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Memory | No |
| Memory Card Type | SD/SDHC, MMC/MMC Plus/HC MMC Plus |
| Still Images per GB | JPEG: High Res:374 - Low Res:4,093 |
| A/V Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Video with Audio, NTSC & PAL Output |
| Video Resolution | 640x480 @ 30fps, 320x240 @ 30fps |
| Video Clip Length | Up to 4GB or 1 hour |
| Audio Recording | 16-bit 44.100 kHz Sampling |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | Real-image zoom viewfinder |
| Viewfinder Coverage | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Display | 2.5" |
| Connectivity/System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, A/V Out |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows XP, Vista Mac OS OS X (10.2 or later) |
| Environmental | |
|---|---|
| Operating/Storage Temperature |
Operating Temperature:32-104°F/0-40°C Humidity: 10-90% |
| Weatherproofing | None |
| Durability | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | NB-6L Lithium-ion Battery |
| Power Adapter | ACK-DC40 AC Adapter Kit (optional) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3.48 x 2.16 x 0.86" (88.5 x 54.8 x 21.8mm) |
| Weight | 4.23 oz. (120g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 20 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (18)
- Large clear LCD (13)
- Compact (12)
- Good image quality (12)
- Easy to setup (6)
Cons
- Limited zoom (5)
Best Uses
- Family photos (17)
- Travel (17)
- Landscape/scenery (7)
- Fun (5)
- Weddings (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (9), Photo enthusiast (8), Semi-pro photographer (3)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 20 customers
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Pros
- Convenient size
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Long Battery life
- Nice Body Color
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
This is a great camera! I use it as a backup camera to my larger Canon and as a handy take-along when a larger camera would be a hassle. It does almost everything the bigger cameras do and it does them well. I bought one for my girlfriend and recommended it to other friends, one of whom purchased it also.
Pros
- Nice Body Color
- Short Lag Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Friends
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
This purchase was for my 18 year old daughter to replace an older - and much slower - Nikon point and shoot. She is very pleased with the camera's display, speed, and ease of use. The size is great for her active lifestyle and she likes the amount of time she gets on the charge.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
I needed a small P&S I could take when I didn't feel like packing my bulky, fancy camera and this is perfect for that. I wanted something compact that could fit in my purse or jacket. I've had a Canon PowerShot before and loved it so much and used it for 6+ years until it just stopped working. So I decided to just get another and I wasn't disappointed. Improved features are that you can rotate the screen to view pictures. The screen has very sharp definition and the camera takes nice pictures. I also like how it saves the manual function that I used last so I don't have to set it where I like it each time I take it off of Auto. Isn't the greatest in low light but it does better than many. Image stabilization on this one but doesn't seem to make a big difference so far. I do love that it comes in my favorite color green :) All in all, a good value.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
This is only my 2nd digital camera. I really like it - the ELPH series came recommended by a professional photographer friend. The setup and operation is very intuitive. Only drawbacks so far is that you have to remove the battery to charge it (not a big deal to me - you still need to cart something around to charge any camera so who cares?) and there doesn't seem to be any internal memory like in my previous camera - you need to operate with a memory card inside.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
Excellent pictures by a user friendly compact camera
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
- Nice Body Color
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
Great for kidsSmall size is great to carry aroundSimple to use and takes good picturesLimited optical zoom but you can't expect more from such a compact camera.[...]
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
This digital camera is a huge step up from my last camera. It has an excellent screen and zoom. It's easy to program and has lots of different settings that can be adjusted manually. I use it for all my photo needs: sporting events, parties, wildlife (zoos and aquariums), etc. It has some trouble in lower light, without the the flash, but basically any camera will. Not much to complain about. I love it!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
With small kids the worst part is trying to get a picture with kids sitting still. This camera is a bute to just point and shoot with great results. Quick to focus and good image qulaity. Did lots of online research and this is very good value for money
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
This is an excellent camera for the first time casual user as well as for those looking for a little more creative control. Quick startup action, sharp photos and excellent features make this one a winner.
Just a bit of shutter delay, but that's to be expected at this price point, and it's certainly no more than its competitors.
Purchased for a non-professional user who found it easy to use. Highly recommended.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good in Low Light
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Lag / Shutter Delay
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
What an amazing little camera. We had to replace an older Canon powershot that we've had for several years and this time the wife wanted something even more portable. The amazing face finding focusing tool is a true innovation and our Christmas photos turned out fabulous!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Candid
- Family Photos
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
I bought this camera as a gift for my wife. Our DSLR is just not practical for many needs - so this little point and shoot works great as a fill-in as needed. It's small enough to fit in her purse, and handy enough to grab quickly around the house for candid shots of the kids.
So far - no complaints. It works just as advertised - and at a great price! Thanks B&H!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
- Short Lag Time
- Small / Compact
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
Canon's digital Elph cameras are without competition. Handsome, very easy to use, consistently fine photos, durable. Not a pro camera, but these babies deliver the best pictures that a photographic know-nothing can ever hope for. Our family now owns five, and I still carry around my old dinosaur (an SD-300, I think, that works just fine) as a "just in case" camera, as it beats the heck out of taking pics with a stupid camera phone. You'll never be sorry with the Canon point-and-shoots. We'd have a fourth SD1200, except for the fact that I favor my Nikon D80 :)
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Good in Low Light
- Large Clear LCD
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
I was shocked at the ability to take indoor pictures in low or almost no light (in automatic mode). In fact I would suggest that to avoid glares from indoor lighting, turn the lights off and only use light from an adjoining room if possible.
Some will think that the viewfinder is a thing of the past, but it is a nice option to have. By the end of Christmas day I was running out of battery and I was able to get a last few family group photos because I could turn off the LCD display and use the viewfinder.
I do wish there was a little stronder zoom than 3X. But with the 10 megapixels, you are able to zoom in on your photo past the 3x during editing without compromising quality (within reason).
Photos have been easy to transfer to both Windows and Mac (iPhoto) with no additional software required. It is very easy to check your pictures on LCD while shooting.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- Small / Compact
Cons
- Limited Zoom
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
This was a gift for a friend and she loved it! Crisp photos and easy to use. Definitely recommend this.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
I got this for my little sister's Sweet 16. I have the 1100, and this is a little better than mine. She is in love with the camera. It takes great pictures, with nifty little features. Everyone's pretty jealous of the sweet camera she got for her birthday.
I've dropped my 1100 over and over with no consequences. I can only imagine this one is just the same or better
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
I bought this camera when my old Powershot A80 died (it was 10 years old), based on a recommendation from a friend who as an SD1100. I photograph a lot of events for work and for my community groups. This camera is easy to set up and use, and is very light and portable (you barely notice it's there). Controls are easy (especially switching between camera a photo-view mode). The Auto setting is separate from the rest (sunlight, beach, snow, night, etc) and switching between macro, landscape and regular focus is easy to find. Photos download easily with the enclosed cable... you won't need a card reader, though it is very handy. Also LOVE the color!
Waterproof case (see accessories below) is easy to use, though almost the same price as the camera (!). It takes GREAT underwater photos, and is also great protection for the camera (though it obviously makes it heavier and bulkier).
My one complaint is the wide angle-ness of the lens... images from the previous model (SD1100) seem a little more flat.
- Recommended:
- Canon WP-DC29 Waterproof case for Canon
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Long Lag Time
- Poor Operation in Low Light
Best Uses
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
Great camera - fits in my pocket, ready to take a picture quickly, and picture quality is great for a point and shoot.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
Does exactly what you would expect, and it does it well!
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy to Keep Clean
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
Used for travel,family photos of grand-children.
Quick focus; like the face recogniton.
Images need very little correction prior to printing.
If you have had a Canon before,easy to understand controls/settings.
Excellent battery life.
- Similar:
- Panasonic Lumix, Canon A 95
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Fun
- Travel
Comments about Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS Digital Camera (Green):
I love the color. It is very cute, and it is super easy to use. The quality of the picture is also great. I would buy it again.
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Memory Cards
Required item: Sufficient memory is not included so be sure to have enough storage capacity.
- Price: $89.00
Batteries & Power
Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.
- Price: $39.95
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- Original: $19.95
- Save: $1.99
- Price: $17.96
Bags & Cases
Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or a case.
- Price: $15.00
Screen Protectors
Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.
- Price: $7.49
Card Readers
Download your pictures faster and save battery life.
- Price: $8.99
What's in the Box
- NB-6L Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (3.7v, 1000mAh)
- CB-2LY Battery Charger for Canon NB-6L Lithium-Ion Battery
- Wrist Strap
- Digital Camera Solution CD-ROM
- IFC-400PCU USB Interface Cable
- AVC-DC400 Video Interface Cable
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