Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H20
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H20 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
- Launched February 2010
- Alternate Name is IXUS 105 / IXY 200F
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Revealed May 2009
Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H20 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon SD1300 IS and Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the H20 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SD1300 IS was introduced 9 months after the H20 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SD1300 IS grades versus the H20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery & Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1300 IS over the Sony H20
SD1300 IS | H20 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | May 2009 | More modern by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Canon SD1300 IS
H20 | SD1300 IS | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon SD1300 IS and Sony H20
SD1300 IS | H20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1300 IS has got physical measurements 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 Sony H20 has proportions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SD1300 IS and Sony H20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SD1300 IS versus the H20.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1300 IS and H20 is 95 and 87 respectively.
Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1300 IS and H20.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SD1300 IS to give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer SD1300 IS should have a benefit in sensor technology.
Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
Also called as | IXUS 105 / IXY 200F | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-08 | 2009-05-14 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-4.4 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 lbs) | 250 grams (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 56 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
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 | NP-BG1 |
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 | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | - | $249 |