Canon SD1200 IS weighs 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz) and has external dimensions of 86 x 55 x 22 mm (3.39 x 2.17 x 0.87″). Considering that the average weight of Compact type cameras is 188g, Canon SD1200 IS is a remarkably light camera for its class. Even better, with a thickness of only 22mm, it is also quite small, 6mm thinner than the average of its class.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Canon SD1200 IS, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
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Physical size of the Canon SD1200 IS Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Canon SD1200 IS with its main competitors:
Canon SD1200 IS Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Canon SD1200 IS doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing page.