Canon A1300 vs Sony HX50V
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Canon A1300 vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Released April 2013
- Previous Model is Sony HX30V
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In this article, we are contrasting the Canon A1300 and Sony HX50V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Sony. The resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A1300 was launched 14 months prior to the HX50V making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the A1300 grades against the HX50V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A1300 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1300 over the Sony HX50V
| A1300 | HX50V |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Canon A1300
| HX50V | A1300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | April 2013 |  | February 2012 | Newer by 14 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1300 and Sony HX50V
| A1300 | HX50V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Canon A1300 vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon A1300 features external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the A1300 compared to the HX50V.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A1300 and HX50V is 93 and 89 respectively.
Canon A1300 vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A1300 and HX50V.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX50V to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged A1300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon A1300 vs Sony HX50V Specifications
| Canon PowerShot A1300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
| Model | Canon PowerShot A1300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2013-04-24 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 2920 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | - | XtraFine LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 174 grams (0.38 pounds) | 272 grams (0.60 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| 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 | 400 shots |
| Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $119 | $439 |