Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H50
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H50 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
- Announced February 2010
- Alternate Name is IXUS 105 / IXY 200F
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Introduced January 2009
Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H50 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Canon SD1300 IS versus Sony H50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and H50 (9MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe SD1300 IS was manufactured 13 months later than the H50 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SD1300 IS matches up versus the H50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H50 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1300 IS over the Sony H50
SD1300 IS | H50 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | January 2009 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Canon SD1300 IS
H50 | SD1300 IS | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon SD1300 IS and Sony H50
SD1300 IS | H50 | |||
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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 | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD1300 IS has got exterior 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 Sony H50 has sizing of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") with a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SD1300 IS versus Sony H50 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SD1300 IS compared to the H50.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1300 IS and H50 is 95 and 69 respectively.
Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1300 IS and H50.
As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon SD1300 IS to show greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer SD1300 IS will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony H50 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 105 / IXY 200F | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-02-08 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 9 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 lbs) | 547g (1.21 lbs) |
Dimensions | 91 x 56 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | - | $80 |