Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony S950 and Canon SD1200 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony S950 has external dimensions of 93 x 56 x 24 mm (3.66 x 2.2 x 0.94″) and weighs 167 g (0.37 lb / 5.89 oz) (including batteries). Canon SD1200 IS has external dimensions of 86 x 55 x 22 mm (3.39 x 2.17 x 0.87″) and weighs 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony S950 and the Canon SD1200 IS. Canon SD1200 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 7mm narrower, 1mm shorter and 2mm thinner than Sony S950.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony S950 and Canon SD1200 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SD1200 IS is 7g lighter than the Sony S950 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 nor Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS (Digital IXUS 95 IS) provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony S950's 2.70" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon SD1200 IS's 2.5" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.