Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon A1300 and Canon A4000 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon A1300 has external dimensions of 95 x 62 x 30 mm (3.74 x 2.44 x 1.18″) and weighs 174 g (0.38 lb / 6.14 oz) (including batteries). Canon A4000 IS has external dimensions of 95 x 56 x 24 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.94″) and weighs 145 g (0.32 lb / 5.11 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon A1300 and the Canon A4000 IS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon A1300 and Canon A4000 IS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon A1300 and Canon A4000 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon A4000 IS is significantly lighter (29g ) than the Canon A1300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot A1300 nor Canon PowerShot A4000 IS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon A4000 IS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon A1300's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.