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# 720p HD video capture 12.1MP sharpness 4x wide optical zoom Canon Powershot A1200 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom (Black)

**Brand:** canon
**Price:** ₱689
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## Summary

> 📷 Capture your world, your way — anytime, anywhere!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Canon Powershot A1200 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom (Black) by canon
- **How much does it cost?** ₱689 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- canon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted canon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Zoom Into Life:** 4x wide-angle optical zoom (28mm) brings distant moments closer with crystal-clear detail.
- • **Power On The Go:** Runs on easy-to-replace AA batteries—never get stuck without power during your adventures.
- • **Discreet & Ready:** Silent Discreet Mode disables flash and sounds, perfect for capturing moments in quiet, sensitive environments.
- • **Classic Meets Modern:** Dual viewing options with a bright 2.7-inch LCD and an optical viewfinder for steady, confident framing.
- • **Effortless Precision:** Smart AUTO mode intelligently adapts to 32 shooting scenarios, so you never miss the perfect shot.

## Overview

The Canon PowerShot A1200 is a compact, versatile 12.1MP digital camera featuring a 4x wide-angle optical zoom lens and dual viewing options (LCD and optical viewfinder). It offers Smart AUTO mode for effortless shooting across 32 scenarios, 720p HD video recording, and runs on convenient AA batteries. With Discreet Mode for silent shooting and creative filters for artistic flair, it’s designed for professionals and enthusiasts seeking reliable, high-quality images on the go.

## Description

Canon PowerShot A1200 12.1 MP Digital Still Camera with 4x Wide-Angle Optical Zoom(Black)

Review: Excellent for close-up nature photography - Like it's Powershot siblings, the Canon A1200 is a heck of a nice piece of equipment for shooting nature close-ups. I've taken this camera out twice now, and so far it has taken wonderful photos. I've posted some samples from a single hike. Although the A1200 can't squeeze in on a subject as closely as the A480 (one of my all-time favorite cameras), this new Canon camera is capable of focusing just an inch and a half away from the subject in "Macro" mode. I usually carry one or two Pentax DLSR cameras as I hike through miles of woodland trails every weekend, and although they're great cameras, they simply can't beat Canon Powershots for capturing the tiniest nature subjects, in my opinion. If a subject is smaller than a quarter, out come the Powershots. This camera takes photos that easily match or beat the quality of images you'll find in typical nature guides by Peterson or Simon & Schuster. Spend a year on the trail with it, and you could easily have a full set of quality publishable photos. Unlike more expensive point-and-shoots or DSLRs, this Powershot doesn't have camera raw or enough pixels to fill a wall, but the image quality and output is suitable for small posters, so who cares? Frankly, counting pixels and foaming over camera raw are not admirable traits, and neither of those things produces good pictures. Image noise seems to be a bit improved since the A480s and A490s came out, especially when shooting in lower light. This camera has 12 versus 10 megapixels of its predecessors, so in theory you can get a larger photo now and still retain sharpness and detail. The controls will be familiar to anyone who has used a Canon point-and-shoot. I like the general layout of buttons compared to other brands, but that may be just because I'm more familiar with Canon. The A1200 has a viewfinder, which I'll never use because the thing is usually shooting photos right on the ground, and although I like the outdoors, I'm not sticking my face in the dirt and squinting through a viewfinder when I don't have to. The LCD screen is good enough. I've banged and tortured the daylights out of one A480 and killed another one after multiple assaults due to clumsiness. So far, this camera has taken a little knocking around without a complaint. The A1200 shoots HD video, which isn't nearly as good as even an inexpensive video camera, but nonetheless I was surprised that the movies looked as good as they did. When shooting video, you'll get the best results if you stabilize the camera on a tripod, the back of a chair, a railing, or tree branch, depending on where you are. Video compression is a little cleaner that way, and you can avoid making people sick from zinging the camera around like a roller coaster. Here are some tips for taking good close-up nature photos with this camera. I usually shoot with the dial in "P" mode. Most importantly, always remember to set the camera on "Macro" (the flower icon button). That allows it to focus as close as 1.5 inches away. Since the camera resets when you turn it off, Arggh!, you have to turn "Macro" on each time you restart it. On this camera, macro focus becomes dysfunctional if you zoom in, so keep it zoomed all the way out. Next, go into the menu and change the general settings. AF Frame should be "Center" so you can pick the point to focus on, AF Frame Size should be "Small" so it doesn't get confused as to where it should focus, and the Digital Zoom is garbage and should be banished forever. Unlike the "Macro" setting, these settings will NOT go away when you turn the camera off, fortunately. Since this is not an image-stabilized camera model, find some way to keep it still when shooting. When you're focused on a close-up subject, even a tiny movement is enough to blur your photo. To keep my camera still, I swear by a monopod with an adjustable pivoting head. Basically it's a one-legged tripod. A monopod can remove the worst of your hand jitters, and it doesn't even need to be extended to the ground -- just having your camera mounted to a stick helps stabilize your shot. Practice photographing coins or small subjects in your yard to get a feeling for macro photography. You'll notice that the area of sharpest focus is not as deep as it is when subjects are father away. You have to make deliberate choices on the point of sharpest focus. Check the photos on a computer if possible, so you can really see how well you're doing. And finally, shoot a million pictures. This is the digital age. You don't have to pay for dud prints any more. Be vicious when culling out the duds, because believe me, nobody wants to see 75 views of the same buttercup flower.
Review: Some flukes but overall great quality - Great quality looks brand new and very compact good pictures although sometimes the cameras gets the lighting off but I maybe I just need to get used to it but overall it’s worth the money

## Features

- 12.1 megapixels, 4x wide-angle optical zoom (28mm), and optical viewfinder
- Smart Auto intelligently selects settings from 32 predefined shooting situations
- Record movies with 720p HD video
- AA battery power enables you to easily power up on the go
- Discreet Mode disables the sound, flash and AF beam for use in quiet areas

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004HW73S4 |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Aperture modes | F2.8 |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
| Auto Focus Technology | Center, Continuous, Contrast Detection, Face Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Single, Tracking |
| Autofocus Points | 9 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #210,139 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #1,799 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
| Bit Depth | 12 Bit |
| Brand | Canon |
| Built-In Media | Battery |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Camera Lens | 28 Mm |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Computers (Windows, Mac), Smartphones (iOS, Android), Tablets (iOS, Android), External Storage Devices (USB, SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus) |
| Compatible Flash Memory Type | MMC, MMC Plus, MMC Pro, MMCmicro, MMCmobile, SDHC, SDUC, SDXC |
| Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Continuous Shooting | 1 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 487 Reviews |
| Digital Scene Transition | zoom |
| Digital Zoom | 4 |
| Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
| Display Maximum Resolution | 640 x 480 |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 230,000 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Dots Per Screen | 230,000 dots |
| Effective Still Resolution | 12.1 |
| Expanded ISO Maximum | 1600 |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 80 |
| Exposure Control | Automatic |
| File Format | JPEG, RAW |
| Flash Memory Bus Interface Type | SD |
| Flash Memory Speed Class | 2 |
| Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus |
| Flash Memory Video Speed Class | 10 |
| Flash Modes | Auto, Off |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 |
| Focal Length Description | 28 millimeters |
| Focus Features | TTL Contrast Detection |
| Focus Mode | Automatic AF (AF-A) |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Form Factor | Compact |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04960999689715 |
| Hardware Interface | SDXC |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Image Stabilization | Digital, Optical |
| Image stabilization | Digital, Optical |
| JPEG Quality Level | Fine |
| Lens Type | Wide Angle, Zoom |
| Manufacturer | Canon Cameras US |
| Manufacturer Part Number | A1200 (Black) |
| Maximum Aperture | 5.9 f_stop |
| Maximum Focal Length | 20 millimeters |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/1600 seconds |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 4 GB |
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Average |
| Minimum Focal Length | 28 millimeters |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
| Model Name | PowerShot A1200 |
| Model Number | 5032B001 |
| Model Series | PowerShot |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Optical Zoom | 4 x |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 12.1 mp |
| Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch |
| Photo Sensor Technology | CCD |
| Real Angle Of View | 61.2 degrees |
| Screen Size | 2.7 inches |
| Self Timer | 10 seconds |
| Sensor Type | CCD |
| Series Number | 5032 |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Special Feature | Live View |
| Specific Uses For Product | Travel |
| Supported File Format | JPEG, RAW |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG, RAW |
| Total Still Resolution | 12 mp |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 013803133752 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Video Capture Format | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Video Resolution | HD 720p |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| Warranty Description | ONE YEAR |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Wireless Technology | Yes |
| Write Speed | 1 fps |
| Zoom | Optical Zoom |

## Product Details

- **Aspect Ratio:** 4:3
- **Compatible Mountings:** Canon EF
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 80
- **Image Stabilization:** Digital, Optical
- **Maximum Aperture:** 5.9 f
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 20 Millimeters
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Average
- **Optical Zoom:** 4 x
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CCD
- **Supported File Format:** JPEG, RAW

## Images

![Canon Powershot A1200 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom (Black) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61mFjtpVOUL.jpg)
![Canon Powershot A1200 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom (Black) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41GKHMGT+WL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can you download picture with a ubs cable. if so what type.**
A: Yes, pictures are downloaded with a cable, which comes with the camera.

**Q: What kind of memory card do I need?**
A: I found the SD-HD ones did NOT work, and used plain (older version) SD 2 GB or 4 GB cards.  They are relatively cheap, so I store used ones as back-up for my photos, and buy 3 or 4 at a time. You'll get plenty of photos on a small card, but not a lot of video time.

**Q: Anyone else having problems getting the flash to charge?**
A: No problem here.  Possible cause that comes to mind: using NiCad batteries instead of alkaline.  Nicad batteries default voltage might be too low (1.2 volt fully charged); alkaline are 1.5 volt or higher fully charged

**Q: Does the camera come with an instruction/manual booklet?**
A: It comes with a Getting Started pamphlet and a comprehensive manual is on the included CD.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent for close-up nature photography
*by L***K on April 27, 2011*

Like it's Powershot siblings, the Canon A1200 is a heck of a nice piece of equipment for shooting nature close-ups. I've taken this camera out twice now, and so far it has taken wonderful photos. I've posted some samples from a single hike. Although the A1200 can't squeeze in on a subject as closely as the A480 (one of my all-time favorite cameras), this new Canon camera is capable of focusing just an inch and a half away from the subject in "Macro" mode. I usually carry one or two Pentax DLSR cameras as I hike through miles of woodland trails every weekend, and although they're great cameras, they simply can't beat Canon Powershots for capturing the tiniest nature subjects, in my opinion. If a subject is smaller than a quarter, out come the Powershots. This camera takes photos that easily match or beat the quality of images you'll find in typical nature guides by Peterson or Simon & Schuster. Spend a year on the trail with it, and you could easily have a full set of quality publishable photos. Unlike more expensive point-and-shoots or DSLRs, this Powershot doesn't have camera raw or enough pixels to fill a wall, but the image quality and output is suitable for small posters, so who cares? Frankly, counting pixels and foaming over camera raw are not admirable traits, and neither of those things produces good pictures. Image noise seems to be a bit improved since the A480s and A490s came out, especially when shooting in lower light. This camera has 12 versus 10 megapixels of its predecessors, so in theory you can get a larger photo now and still retain sharpness and detail. The controls will be familiar to anyone who has used a Canon point-and-shoot. I like the general layout of buttons compared to other brands, but that may be just because I'm more familiar with Canon. The A1200 has a viewfinder, which I'll never use because the thing is usually shooting photos right on the ground, and although I like the outdoors, I'm not sticking my face in the dirt and squinting through a viewfinder when I don't have to. The LCD screen is good enough. I've banged and tortured the daylights out of one A480 and killed another one after multiple assaults due to clumsiness. So far, this camera has taken a little knocking around without a complaint. The A1200 shoots HD video, which isn't nearly as good as even an inexpensive video camera, but nonetheless I was surprised that the movies looked as good as they did. When shooting video, you'll get the best results if you stabilize the camera on a tripod, the back of a chair, a railing, or tree branch, depending on where you are. Video compression is a little cleaner that way, and you can avoid making people sick from zinging the camera around like a roller coaster. Here are some tips for taking good close-up nature photos with this camera. I usually shoot with the dial in "P" mode. Most importantly, always remember to set the camera on "Macro" (the flower icon button). That allows it to focus as close as 1.5 inches away. Since the camera resets when you turn it off, Arggh!, you have to turn "Macro" on each time you restart it. On this camera, macro focus becomes dysfunctional if you zoom in, so keep it zoomed all the way out. Next, go into the menu and change the general settings. AF Frame should be "Center" so you can pick the point to focus on, AF Frame Size should be "Small" so it doesn't get confused as to where it should focus, and the Digital Zoom is garbage and should be banished forever. Unlike the "Macro" setting, these settings will NOT go away when you turn the camera off, fortunately. Since this is not an image-stabilized camera model, find some way to keep it still when shooting. When you're focused on a close-up subject, even a tiny movement is enough to blur your photo. To keep my camera still, I swear by a monopod with an adjustable pivoting head. Basically it's a one-legged tripod. A monopod can remove the worst of your hand jitters, and it doesn't even need to be extended to the ground -- just having your camera mounted to a stick helps stabilize your shot. Practice photographing coins or small subjects in your yard to get a feeling for macro photography. You'll notice that the area of sharpest focus is not as deep as it is when subjects are father away. You have to make deliberate choices on the point of sharpest focus. Check the photos on a computer if possible, so you can really see how well you're doing. And finally, shoot a million pictures. This is the digital age. You don't have to pay for dud prints any more. Be vicious when culling out the duds, because believe me, nobody wants to see 75 views of the same buttercup flower.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Some flukes but overall great quality
*by J***Z on June 13, 2026*

Great quality looks brand new and very compact good pictures although sometimes the cameras gets the lighting off but I maybe I just need to get used to it but overall it’s worth the money

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ THE absolute best camera out there
*by D***D on March 28, 2012*

This is my second Canon camera and my third point and shoot. What caught my eye with this camera was the price and the megapixels. We took it skiing this past month to Copper Mountain and took bunches of pictures and several movies. Let me digress. My first camera was a Canon S100, a 3 megapixel that took great pictures and I still have it since is it smaller and lighter. The only problem is that the early cameras used NiCad batteries that often lost its charge when you needed it the worse. My second camera was a Nikon. It uses AA batteries. My only issue with the Nikon is that the camera was difficult to use and the picture quality was not good. The Canon A1200, while a little thicker than the Nikon, is by far the better camera in both quality of the picture and the ease of use. Megapixels are not the only selling point for a camera. The quality of the camera is a combination of lens quality, megapixels, the quality of the megapixels and the speed of the lens itself, meaning how well it functions at low light and how well and fast it focuses when your shooting a moving object. The movie capabilities were exceptional. I used it several times taking pictures of my wife skiing down the hill. The camera didn't shake and the colors and pictures were excellent even when I was using it with my gloves on. It is almost HD quality. With the enclosed software or iMovie on your Apple, you can cut, transfer and mail your movies quickly. You download your movie with the enclosed mini-USB to your computer or by using your SD card. You will need to purchase a SD card when you purchase your camera. It also takes AA batteries and they seem to last longer than did the Nikon AA's. Using AA batteries in a point and shoot will make your camera larger but the A1200 will still fit in your pocket. It used to be that Nikon was king of the hill when the world revolved around SLR camera's. Now that point and shoot camera's are the norm, next to cell phone camera's, Canon is by and far the better point and shoot camera out there. As battery technology gets better, the point and shoot will become smaller and better.

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