Canon SD1300 IS vs Pentax WG-1
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93 Imaging
37 Features
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched February 2011

Canon SD1300 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Lets look closer at the Canon SD1300 IS vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SD1300 IS was announced 12 months earlier than the WG-1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SD1300 IS scores vs the WG-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1300 IS over the Pentax WG-1
SD1300 IS | WG-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Canon SD1300 IS
WG-1 | SD1300 IS | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon SD1300 IS and Pentax WG-1
SD1300 IS | WG-1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Canon SD1300 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SD1300 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SD1300 IS vs Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the SD1300 IS and the WG-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SD1300 IS and WG-1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1300 IS and WG-1.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-1 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics much more aggressively. The older SD1300 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1300 IS vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 105 / IXY 200F | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-02-08 | 2011-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 grams (0.31 lbs) | 157 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 91 x 56 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" 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 | - | 260 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | - | $350 |