Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS2
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Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS2 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
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS1
- New Model is Panasonic TS3

Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Let's look closer at the Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A1300 was manufactured 2 years after the TS2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the A1300 matches up against the TS2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A1300 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1300 over the Panasonic TS2
A1300 | TS2 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Canon A1300
TS2 | A1300 |
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Common features in the Canon A1300 and Panasonic TS2
A1300 | TS2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1300 has got exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the A1300 compared to the TS2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A1300 and TS2 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The picture here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1300 and TS2.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon A1300 to result in more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger A1300 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1300 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
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 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone 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 | 174g (0.38 lbs) | 188g (0.41 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" 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 photos | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $119 | $350 |