Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS
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![Canon PowerShot A1400 front Canon PowerShot A1400 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-A1400.jpg)
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Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 174g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Released January 2011
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Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are created by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the A3300 IS (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The A1400 was manufactured 2 years later than the A3300 IS and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the A1400 matches up vs the A3300 IS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1400 & Canon PowerShot A3300 IS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A1400 Gallery & Canon A3300 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1400 over the Canon A3300 IS
A1400 | A3300 IS | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Canon A1400
A3300 IS | A1400 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A1400 and Canon A3300 IS
A1400 | A3300 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A1400 enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Canon A3300 IS has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the A1400 and the A3300 IS.
![Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS size comparison Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1400-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3300-IS-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A1400 and A3300 IS is 93 and 95 respectively.
![Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS top view buttons comparison Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1400-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3300-IS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The visual here should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1400 and A3300 IS.
As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer A1400 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS sensor size comparison Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1400-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3300-IS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1400-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3300-IS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A1400 vs Canon A3300 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1400 | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1400 | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 174 grams (0.38 pounds) | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | 150 pictures | 230 pictures |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NB-8L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $109 | $200 |