Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S630

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SD1300 IS and Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the S630 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD1300 IS was introduced 13 months after the S630 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SD1300 IS scores against the S630 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS & Nikon Coolpix S630. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery & Nikon S630 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SD1300 IS has outer dimensions of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon S630 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SD1300 IS and Nikon S630 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SD1300 IS against the S630.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SD1300 IS and S630 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1300 IS and S630.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images but you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent SD1300 IS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.