Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5
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![Canon PowerShot A1300 front Canon PowerShot A1300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A1300/Canon-A1300-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ5/Panasonic-SZ5-front.jpg)
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Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Launched July 2012
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Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The A1300 was manufactured 5 months before the SZ5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the A1300 scores vs the SZ5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A1300 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1300 over the Panasonic SZ5
A1300 | SZ5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Canon A1300
SZ5 | A1300 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A1300 and Panasonic SZ5
A1300 | SZ5 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2012 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon A1300 offers external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check the Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the A1300 compared to the SZ5.
![Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 size comparison Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ5-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1300 and SZ5 is 93 and 95 respectively.
![Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 top view buttons comparison Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The photograph here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A1300 and SZ5.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon A1300 to render greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively.
![Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 sensor size comparison Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A1300 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2012-07-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 174 gr (0.38 pounds) | 136 gr (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | 250 shots |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $119 | $195 |