Clicky

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic ZS35

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 front
Portability
89
Imaging
40
Features
50
Overall
44

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 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
  • Released February 2010
  • Also Known as IXUS 105 / IXY 200F
Panasonic ZS35
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
  • Announced January 2014
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ55
  • Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS30
  • Successor is Panasonic ZS40
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixels

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview

Below is a complete overview of the Canon SD1300 IS and Panasonic ZS35, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and ZS35 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The SD1300 IS was released 4 years earlier than the ZS35 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SD1300 IS grades against the ZS35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing
	
	

Reasons to pick Canon SD1300 IS over the Panasonic ZS35

 SD1300 IS ZS35 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Canon SD1300 IS

 ZS35 SD1300 IS 
AnnouncedJanuary 2014February 2010More recent by 47 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Canon SD1300 IS and Panasonic ZS35

 SD1300 IS ZS35 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1300 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD1300 IS and Panasonic ZS35 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SD1300 IS and the ZS35.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1300 IS and ZS35 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1300 IS and ZS35.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS35 to show more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older SD1300 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 sensor size comparison

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZS35 as a Portrait photography camera
21
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
37
good resolution (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Street Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Street photography highlights
Panasonic ZS35 Street photography highlights
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
68
screen tilts up and down
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305g)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Sports Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Sports photography features
Panasonic ZS35 Sports photography features
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
53
amazing zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
supports tracking focus
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Travel Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Travel photography information
Panasonic ZS35 Travel photography information
58
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
68
lighter than competition (305g)
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
great reach (480mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Landscape Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic ZS35 as a Landscape photography camera
32
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
44
relatively wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Vlogging factors
Panasonic ZS35 Vlogging factors
29
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external mic socket
34
relatively wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have mic jack
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Canon SD1300 IS vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD1300 IS and Panasonic ZS35
 Canon PowerShot SD1300 ISPanasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35
General Information
Brand Name Canon Panasonic
Model type Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35
Also Known as IXUS 105 / IXY 200F Lumix DMC-TZ55
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2010-02-08 2014-01-06
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum boosted ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 21
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 24-480mm (20.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.3-6.4
Macro focusing range 3cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 6.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 140 grams (0.31 lbs) 305 grams (0.67 lbs)
Physical dimensions 91 x 56 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NB-6L -
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch - $300