Canon A1300 vs Pentax VS20
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Canon A1300 vs Pentax VS20 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
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Released January 2012

Canon A1300 vs Pentax VS20 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon A1300 versus Pentax VS20, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A1300 was revealed about the same time to the VS20 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A1300 grades vs the VS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A1300 vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1300 & Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A1300 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1300 over the Pentax VS20
A1300 | VS20 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Canon A1300
VS20 | A1300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1300 and Pentax VS20
A1300 | VS20 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon A1300 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon A1300 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Pentax VS20 has sizing of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A1300 versus Pentax VS20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the A1300 vs the VS20.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A1300 and VS20 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Canon A1300 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The pic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1300 and VS20.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images although you have to consider the age of the cameras into account.

Canon A1300 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1300 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1300 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1300 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2012-01-25 |
Body design | 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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 174 gr (0.38 pounds) | 235 gr (0.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | D-LI122 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $119 | $106 |