Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic XS1
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Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released August 2010
- Refreshed by Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Introduced January 2013
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SX130 IS and Panasonic XS1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and XS1 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SX130 IS was launched 3 years before the XS1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX130 IS matches up versus the XS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Panasonic XS1
SX130 IS | XS1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Canon SX130 IS
XS1 | SX130 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | August 2010 | More modern by 29 months |
Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Panasonic XS1
SX130 IS | XS1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX130 IS has external dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Panasonic XS1 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
See the Canon SX130 IS and Panasonic XS1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX130 IS compared to the XS1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and XS1 is 85 and 97 respectively.
Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX130 IS and XS1.
As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic XS1 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged SX130 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-08-19 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 308g (0.68 lb) | 103g (0.23 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 260 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $250 | $130 |