Canon A1300 vs Canon SD980 IS
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Canon A1300 vs Canon SD980 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
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 100 x 53 x 23mm
- Launched August 2009
- Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 200 IS

Canon A1300 vs Canon SD980 IS Overview
Below is a detailed review of the Canon A1300 and Canon SD980 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are created by Canon. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the A1300 (16MP) and SD980 IS (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A1300 was announced 2 years later than the SD980 IS and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the A1300 scores versus the SD980 IS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A1300 vs Canon SD980 IS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1300 & Canon PowerShot SD980 IS. The whole galleries are available at Canon A1300 Gallery & Canon SD980 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1300 over the Canon SD980 IS
A1300 | SD980 IS | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Canon SD980 IS over the Canon A1300
SD980 IS | A1300 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A1300 and Canon SD980 IS
A1300 | SD980 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon A1300 vs Canon SD980 IS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1300 has physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Canon SD980 IS has dimensions of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Canon A1300 and Canon SD980 IS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the A1300 vs the SD980 IS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1300 and SD980 IS is 93 and 95 respectively.

Canon A1300 vs Canon SD980 IS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The graphic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1300 and SD980 IS.
All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon A1300 to show greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A1300 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon A1300 vs Canon SD980 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1300 vs Canon SD980 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1300 | Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1300 | Canon PowerShot SD980 IS |
Alternative name | - | Digital IXUS 200 IS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2009-08-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/3000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 6.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 174 gr (0.38 lbs) | 150 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 100 x 53 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NB-6L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $119 | - |