Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic TS6

Below, we are evaluating the Canon SD1300 IS and Panasonic TS6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and TS6 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD1300 IS was manufactured 5 years prior to the TS6 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SD1300 IS scores vs the TS6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SD1300 IS has outside dimensions of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS6 has specifications of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SD1300 IS and Panasonic TS6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SD1300 IS versus the TS6.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1300 IS and TS6 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The image below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1300 IS and TS6.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS6 to deliver more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SD1300 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.