Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung HZ30W
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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 referred to as IXUS 105 / IXY 200F
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also referred to as WB600

Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
Following is a complete review of the Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung HZ30W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SD1300 IS was unveiled at a similar time to the HZ30W and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SD1300 IS scores vs the HZ30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS and Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1300 IS over the Samsung HZ30W
SD1300 IS | HZ30W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Canon SD1300 IS
HZ30W | SD1300 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon SD1300 IS and Samsung HZ30W
SD1300 IS | HZ30W | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD1300 IS offers physical dimensions of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung HZ30W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SD1300 IS and the HZ30W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1300 IS and HZ30W is 95 and 91 respectively.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The pic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1300 IS and HZ30W.
All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1300 IS vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Samsung HZ30W |
Alternative name | IXUS 105 / IXY 200F | WB600 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-08 | 2010-01-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lb) | 245g (0.54 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 56 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-6L | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | - | $280 |