Canon SD1300 IS vs Olympus SZ-10

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon SD1300 IS versus Olympus SZ-10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD1300 IS was brought out 12 months before the SZ-10 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SD1300 IS matches up against the SZ-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS & Olympus SZ-10. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery & Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD1300 IS comes with exterior measurements of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-10 has sizing of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SD1300 IS versus Olympus SZ-10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SD1300 IS against the SZ-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SD1300 IS and SZ-10 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1300 IS and SZ-10.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-10 to render greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SD1300 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.