Canon SD1300 IS vs Canon SD980 IS

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon SD1300 IS versus Canon SD980 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are sold by Canon. The image resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the SD980 IS (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD1300 IS was announced 6 months later than the SD980 IS so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SD1300 IS scores versus the SD980 IS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS and Canon PowerShot SD980 IS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery and Canon SD980 IS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1300 IS provides outside measurements of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Canon SD980 IS has proportions of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SD1300 IS versus Canon SD980 IS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SD1300 IS compared to the SD980 IS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1300 IS and SD980 IS is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1300 IS and SD980 IS.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account.