Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S1000pj

Here is a in depth overview of the Canon SD1300 IS versus Nikon S1000pj, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the S1000pj (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SD1300 IS was introduced 7 months later than the S1000pj so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SD1300 IS matches up against the S1000pj with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS & Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery & Nikon S1000pj Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1300 IS offers outside measurements of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Nikon S1000pj has measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SD1300 IS versus Nikon S1000pj in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SD1300 IS and the S1000pj.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1300 IS and S1000pj is 95 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1300 IS and S1000pj.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of files but you will want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent SD1300 IS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.