Canon A1100 IS vs Canon SD1300 IS

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon A1100 IS and Canon SD1300 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Canon. The image resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the SD1300 IS (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1100 IS was unveiled 11 months prior to the SD1300 IS and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the A1100 IS scores against the SD1300 IS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS and Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A1100 IS Gallery and Canon SD1300 IS Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A1100 IS offers physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Canon SD1300 IS has sizing of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the A1100 IS and the SD1300 IS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A1100 IS and SD1300 IS is 93 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A1100 IS and SD1300 IS.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images although you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older A1100 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.