Canon EOS 1200D vs Sony FX30
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 1200D and Sony FX30. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 1200D is manufacturered by Canon but Sony FX30 is from Sony. Both Canon and Sony are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 1200D were released 2014 and Sony FX30 was released 2022. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 1200D | 2014 |
Sony FX30 | 2022 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 1200D is a DSLR camera while Sony FX30 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 1200D has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Sony FX30 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 1200D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Sony FX30 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Resolution
Canon EOS 1200D has a 18 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony FX30 has 26 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 1200D |
18 MP
17915904 pixels 5184 x 3456 |
Sony FX30 |
26 MP
25560576 pixels 6192 x 4128 |
Sony FX30 has a 43 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 1200D. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Sony FX30 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 1200D. Sony FX30 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 32000 while Canon EOS 1200D has 100 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 1200D | 100-6400 |
Sony FX30 | 100-32000 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 1200D
Lens compatibility chart for Sony FX30
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 1200D can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Sony FX30 can shoot up to 1 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 1200D | 3 |
Sony FX30 | 1 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Canon EOS 1200D. Unfortunately Sony FX30 does not support recording movies and movie clips.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Sony FX30 weighs 646 gr (equal to 1.42 lb) which is 35% heavier than Canon EOS 1200D and its 480 gr (or 1.06 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 1200D | 480 gr 1.06 lb |
Sony FX30 | 646 gr 1.42 lb |
Canon EOS 1200D vs Sony FX30 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 1200D and Sony FX30, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 1200D |
Sony FX30 |
Name | Canon EOS 1200D | Sony FX30 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 1200D |
Sony FX30 |
Release Year | 2014 | 2022 |
Release Date | 2014-02-12 | 2022-09-28 |
MSRP | 549 USD | 1799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 1200D |
Sony FX30 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 1200D |
Sony FX30 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Resolution | 5184 x 3456 pixels | 6192 x 4128 pixels |
Megapixels | 18 MP | 26 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 4 | BIONZ XR |
Image |
Canon EOS 1200D |
Sony FX30 |
ISO Range | 100 - 6400 | 100 - 32000 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift (5-axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 5.5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 1200D |
Sony FX30 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 9 | 759 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 1200D |
Sony FX30 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 460000 | N/A |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT color LCD, liquid-crystal monitor | N/A |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | No Viewfinder |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 1200D |
Sony FX30 |
Frames per second | 3 fps | 1 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 9 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot Partial Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | N/A |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 1200D |
Sony FX30 |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
H.264 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 1200D |
Sony FX30 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 1200D |
Sony FX30 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac) |
Remote Control | Yes (E3 connector) | Supported (no further information) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 1200D |
Sony FX30 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion LP-E10 rechargeable battery & charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 500 shots | 570 shots |
Width | 130 mm | 78 mm |
Height | 100 mm | 130 mm |
Depth | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Weight | 480 gram | 646 gram |