Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640
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![Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS front Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SD1300-IS/Canon-SD1300-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 140g - 91 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Other Name is IXUS 105 / IXY 200F
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2009
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Canon SD1300 IS versus Nikon S640, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the S640 (12MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The SD1300 IS was manufactured 7 months later than the S640 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SD1300 IS matches up versus the S640 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS & Nikon Coolpix S640. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery & Nikon S640 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1300 IS over the Nikon S640
SD1300 IS | S640 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Canon SD1300 IS
S640 | SD1300 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SD1300 IS and Nikon S640
SD1300 IS | S640 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1300 IS provides external 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 S640 has measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SD1300 IS versus Nikon S640 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SD1300 IS compared to the S640.
![Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 size comparison Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1300-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S640-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD1300 IS and S640 is 95 and 96 respectively.
![Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 top view buttons comparison Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1300-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S640-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1300 IS and S640.
Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SD1300 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 sensor size comparison Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1300-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S640-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1300-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S640-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Nikon S640 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Nikon Coolpix S640 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Nikon Coolpix S640 |
Other name | IXUS 105 / IXY 200F | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-08 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 lb) | 130 gr (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 91 x 56 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | - | $225 |