Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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![Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS front Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SD1300-IS/Canon-SD1300-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched February 2013
- Also referred to as Wi-Fi
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SD1300 IS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The SD1300 IS was revealed 4 years before the Galaxy Camera which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SD1300 IS scores versus the Galaxy Camera in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1300 IS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
SD1300 IS | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Canon SD1300 IS
Galaxy Camera | SD1300 IS | |||
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Launched | February 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 36 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD1300 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera
SD1300 IS | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1300 IS comes with 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) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD1300 IS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SD1300 IS and the Galaxy Camera.
![Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera size comparison Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1300-IS-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SD1300 IS and Galaxy Camera is 95 and 90 respectively.
![Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera top view buttons comparison Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1300-IS-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1300 IS and Galaxy Camera.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera to give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD1300 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
![Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera sensor size comparison Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1300-IS-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD1300-IS-vs-Samsung-Galaxy-Camera-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Alternate name | IXUS 105 / IXY 200F | Wi-Fi |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-08 | 2013-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 4.8 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 lb) | 300 grams (0.66 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 56 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | - | $450 |