Canon SD1300 IS vs Canon SX270 HS

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SD1300 IS and Canon SX270 HS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Canon. The resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the SX270 HS (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD1300 IS was announced 4 years earlier than the SX270 HS which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the SD1300 IS grades against the SX270 HS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS and Canon PowerShot SX270 HS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery and Canon SX270 HS Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SD1300 IS comes with physical dimensions of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Canon SX270 HS has specifications of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SD1300 IS and Canon SX270 HS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SD1300 IS versus the SX270 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SD1300 IS and SX270 HS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1300 IS and SX270 HS.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SD1300 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.