Canon A1300 vs Canon A2300

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon A1300 and Canon A2300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are built by Canon. The image resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the A2300 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was unveiled at a similar time to the A2300 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the A1300 matches up versus the A2300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1300 & Canon PowerShot A2300. The full galleries are provided at Canon A1300 Gallery & Canon A2300 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1300 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Canon A2300 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Canon A1300 and Canon A2300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the A1300 versus the A2300.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A1300 and A2300 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1300 and A2300.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration.