Canon A1300 vs Sony W290

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon A1300 vs Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the A1300 (16MP) and W290 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was announced 3 years later than the W290 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A1300 grades against the W290 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1300 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A1300 comes with outside dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Canon A1300 vs Sony W290 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the A1300 and the W290.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A1300 and W290 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1300 and W290.

As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon A1300 to provide greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger A1300 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.