Canon A1300 vs Canon A3200 IS
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Canon A1300 vs Canon A3200 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 174g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Announced January 2011
Canon A1300 vs Canon A3200 IS Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon A1300 vs Canon A3200 IS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are designed by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the A3200 IS (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A1300 was announced 14 months after the A3200 IS making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the A1300 matches up against the A3200 IS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A1300 vs Canon A3200 IS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1300 & Canon PowerShot A3200 IS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1300 Gallery & Canon A3200 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1300 over the Canon A3200 IS
A1300 | A3200 IS | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | January 2011 | Newer by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Canon A1300
A3200 IS | A1300 |
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Common features in the Canon A1300 and Canon A3200 IS
A1300 | A3200 IS | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon A1300 vs Canon A3200 IS Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1300 comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Canon A3200 IS has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the Canon A1300 vs Canon A3200 IS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the A1300 and the A3200 IS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1300 and A3200 IS is 93 and 95 respectively.
Canon A1300 vs Canon A3200 IS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A1300 and A3200 IS.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon A1300 to offer extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger A1300 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Canon A1300 vs Canon A3200 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1300 | Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1300 | Canon PowerShot A3200 IS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 174g (0.38 pounds) | 149g (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NB-8L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $119 | $230 |