Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon P7800

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SD1300 IS versus Nikon P7800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the P7800 (12MP) is fairly similar but the SD1300 IS (1/2.3") and P7800 (1/1.7") come with different sensor sizes.

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The SD1300 IS was released 4 years earlier than the P7800 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the SD1300 IS grades vs the P7800 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS & Nikon Coolpix P7800. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery & Nikon P7800 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon SD1300 IS features outer measurements of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Nikon P7800 has specifications of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SD1300 IS vs the P7800.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1300 IS and P7800 is 95 and 82 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1300 IS and P7800.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact resolution but different sensor sizes. The SD1300 IS has the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult. The more aged SD1300 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.