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Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic FH27

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
34
Overall
37

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic FH27 Key Specs

Canon SD1300 IS
(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
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Alternative Name is IXUS 105 / IXY 200F
Panasonic FH27
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 152g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic FH27 Overview

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon SD1300 IS versus Panasonic FH27, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and FH27 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD1300 IS was launched 11 months prior to the FH27 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SD1300 IS matches up vs the FH27 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD1300 IS over the Panasonic FH27

 SD1300 IS FH27 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH27 over the Canon SD1300 IS

 FH27 SD1300 IS 
LaunchedJanuary 2011February 2010Newer by 11 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Canon SD1300 IS and Panasonic FH27

 SD1300 IS FH27 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic FH27 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD1300 IS comes with exterior measurements of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH27 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SD1300 IS vs the FH27.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic FH27 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1300 IS and FH27 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic FH27 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic FH27 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1300 IS and FH27.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic FH27 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SD1300 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic FH27 sensor size comparison

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic FH27 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic FH27 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FH27 as a Portrait photography camera
21
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
34
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Street photography details
Panasonic FH27 Street photography details
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
has touch focus
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Sports photography details
Panasonic FH27 Sports photography details
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
supports tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (4.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Travel photography information
Panasonic FH27 Travel photography information
58
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
low megapixels (12MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
68
has touch focus
megapixel count good (16MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse recording
does not feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Landscape photography information
Panasonic FH27 Landscape photography information
32
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
43
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Vlogging factors
Panasonic FH27 Vlogging factors
29
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external mic port
32
decently wide (28mm)
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone jack
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic FH27 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD1300 IS and Panasonic FH27
 Canon PowerShot SD1300 ISPanasonic Lumix DMC-FH27
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Panasonic
Model type Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27
Also called as IXUS 105 / IXY 200F -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-02-08 2011-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Digic 4 Venus Engine VI
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 28-224mm (8.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - TFT Touch Screen LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 5.80 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 140 gr (0.31 lbs) 152 gr (0.34 lbs)
Dimensions 91 x 56 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1")
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 life - 250 pictures
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-6L -
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release - $229