Canon A1300 vs Samsung SL30

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon A1300 versus Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the A1300 (16MP) and SL30 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was announced 3 years after the SL30 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the A1300 matches up vs the SL30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Samsung SL30. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1300 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A1300 has external measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Samsung SL30 has measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A1300 versus Samsung SL30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the A1300 compared to the SL30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1300 and SL30 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A1300 and SL30.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon A1300 to deliver extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent A1300 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.