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 Sony W620 and Canon A1300 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony W620 has external dimensions of 98 x 56 x 20 mm (3.86 x 2.2 x 0.79″) and weighs 116 g (0.26 lb / 4.09 oz) (including batteries). 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).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony W620 and the Canon A1300. Sony W620 is 6mm shorter and 10mm thinner than Canon A1300 but it is also 3mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony W620 and Canon A1300.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony W620 and Canon A1300.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony W620 is significantly lighter (58g ) than the Canon A1300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 nor Canon PowerShot A1300 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
Sony W620 and Canon A1300's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 2.70 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.