Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic TS1

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic TS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD1300 IS was revealed 13 months later than the TS1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SD1300 IS matches up vs the TS1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are available at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD1300 IS offers 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 TS1 has sizing of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SD1300 IS against the TS1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1300 IS and TS1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1300 IS and TS1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos although you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SD1300 IS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.