Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic SZ5
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 140g - 91 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced February 2010
- Also referred to as IXUS 105 / IXY 200F
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Revealed July 2012

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic SZ5 Overview
Below is a detailed comparison of the Canon SD1300 IS versus Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD1300 IS was brought out 3 years earlier than the SZ5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SD1300 IS scores vs the SZ5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic SZ5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1300 IS over the Panasonic SZ5
SD1300 IS | SZ5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Canon SD1300 IS
SZ5 | SD1300 IS | |||
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Revealed | July 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 29 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon SD1300 IS and Panasonic SZ5
SD1300 IS | SZ5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1300 IS features external 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) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD1300 IS versus Panasonic SZ5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SD1300 IS vs the SZ5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD1300 IS and SZ5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1300 IS and SZ5.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ5 to offer greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SD1300 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic SZ5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 105 / IXY 200F | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-02-08 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lb) | 136g (0.30 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 56 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | - | $195 |