Canon A1300 vs Panasonic XS1

Below, we will be comparing the Canon A1300 and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was launched 11 months prior to the XS1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the A1300 grades versus the XS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A1300 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A1300 features outer 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 Panasonic XS1 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the A1300 versus the XS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A1300 and XS1 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1300 and XS1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged A1300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.