Canon A1300 vs Sony WX30

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Canon A1300 and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was manufactured 7 months later than the WX30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A1300 grades against the WX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are available at Canon A1300 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1300 comes with 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) and the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the A1300 compared to the WX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A1300 and WX30 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The graphic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A1300 and WX30.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The younger A1300 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.