Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony S950

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SD1300 IS vs Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SD1300 IS (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD1300 IS was unveiled 12 months later than the S950 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SD1300 IS matches up versus the S950 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The full galleries are available at Canon SD1300 IS Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1300 IS offers outer dimensions of 91mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony S950 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SD1300 IS compared to the S950.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD1300 IS and S950 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1300 IS and S950.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SD1300 IS to give extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SD1300 IS will have a benefit in sensor tech.