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Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony HX80

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 front
Portability
91
Imaging
44
Features
60
Overall
50

Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony HX80 Key Specs

Canon SD1300 IS
(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
  • Other Name is IXUS 105 / IXY 200F
Sony HX80
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
  • 245g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
  • Released March 2016
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony HX80 Overview

Following is a extensive review of the Canon SD1300 IS versus Sony HX80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and HX80 (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD1300 IS was unveiled 7 years earlier than the HX80 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the SD1300 IS grades against the HX80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD1300 IS over the Sony HX80

 SD1300 IS HX80 

Reasons to pick Sony HX80 over the Canon SD1300 IS

 HX80 SD1300 IS 
ReleasedMarch 2016February 2010More modern by 73 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution921k230kSharper screen (+691k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Canon SD1300 IS and Sony HX80

 SD1300 IS HX80 
Manually focus No manual focus
Touch friendly screen Neither contains Touch friendly screen

Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony HX80 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD1300 IS has got exterior dimensions of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SD1300 IS versus Sony HX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SD1300 IS against the HX80.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony HX80 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1300 IS and HX80 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony HX80 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony HX80 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1300 IS and HX80.

As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX80 to provide greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD1300 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony HX80 sensor size comparison

Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony HX80 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony HX80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Sony HX80 as a Portrait photography camera
21
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
39
good megapixels (18 megapixels)
offers face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Street photography information
Sony HX80 Street photography information
57
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
70
screen tilts
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (245 grams)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon SD1300 IS
Sports photography with Sony HX80
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
57
incredible zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (18 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
good battery power (390 per charge)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Travel photography info
Sony HX80 Travel photography info
58
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
76
good battery power (390 CIPA)
lighter than competitors (245 grams)
good megapixels (18 megapixels)
built-in flash
screen is selfie friendly
decently wide (24mm)
great reach (720mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Landscape photography information
Sony HX80 Landscape photography information
32
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
49
decently wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (18 megapixels)
good battery power (390 CIPA)
manual focus not available
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD1300 IS Vlogging features
Sony HX80 Vlogging features
29
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic jack
75
decently wide (24mm)
screen is selfie friendly
image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors (245g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
missing mic support
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Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony HX80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD1300 IS and Sony HX80
 Canon PowerShot SD1300 ISSony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80
General Information
Brand Name Canon Sony
Model type Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80
Otherwise known as IXUS 105 / IXY 200F -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2010-02-08 2016-03-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Digic 4 Bionz X
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 12 megapixels 18 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4896 x 3672
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO - 12800
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.5-6.4
Macro focusing distance 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 5.40 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, on, slow sync, off, rear sync
Hot shoe
AE 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) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 140 grams (0.31 pounds) 245 grams (0.54 pounds)
Physical dimensions 91 x 56 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4")
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 life - 390 pictures
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-6L NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch - $368