Canon SD1300 IS vs Olympus SP-620 UZ

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SD1300 IS versus Olympus SP-620 UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and SP-620 UZ (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD1300 IS was brought out 23 months before the SP-620 UZ which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SD1300 IS grades versus the SP-620 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS and Olympus SP-620 UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery and Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1300 IS features exterior measurements of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Olympus SP-620 UZ has proportions of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SD1300 IS versus Olympus SP-620 UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SD1300 IS vs the SP-620 UZ.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1300 IS and SP-620 UZ is 95 and 78 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1300 IS and SP-620 UZ.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Olympus SP-620 UZ to provide you with more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older SD1300 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.