Approx. 174 g (body only, without battery and card)
Canon PowerShot A1300 FAQ
What battery does the Canon PowerShot A1300 use?
Canon PowerShot A1300 uses 2x AA batteries (NiMH rechargeable recommended). When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Canon PowerShot A1300 take?
Canon PowerShot A1300 uses SD / SDHC / SDXC. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2TB (SDXC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Canon PowerShot A1300 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 16.0 MP effective Canon digital camera from 2012 with 16.0 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Canon options, compare Canon PowerShot A1200 and Canon PowerShot A1400.
How do you transfer photos from the Canon PowerShot A1300?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Canon PowerShot A1300 is worth judging as its own Canon entry compact body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Canon PowerShot A1300 works best when you want starter-friendly simple snapshots, direct flash, and low-pressure learning rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its CCD sensor (inferred from Canon compact era) and 35mm film equivalent: 28 (W) are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Canon PowerShot A2300, Canon PowerShot A2400 IS, Nikon Coolpix L610, Nikon COOLPIX L810 to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
