Canon A1400 vs Canon SX500 IS
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Canon A1400 vs Canon SX500 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 341g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Released August 2012
- Later Model is Canon SX510 HS
Canon A1400 vs Canon SX500 IS Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon A1400 and Canon SX500 IS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Canon. The image resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the SX500 IS (16MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The A1400 was introduced 11 months after the SX500 IS which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the A1400 grades against the SX500 IS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A1400 vs Canon SX500 IS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1400 and Canon PowerShot SX500 IS. The whole galleries are available at Canon A1400 Gallery and Canon SX500 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1400 over the Canon SX500 IS
A1400 | SX500 IS | |||
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Released | June 2013 | August 2012 | More modern by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Canon SX500 IS over the Canon A1400
SX500 IS | A1400 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1400 and Canon SX500 IS
A1400 | SX500 IS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Canon A1400 vs Canon SX500 IS Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A1400 has outside dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Canon SX500 IS has measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).
Compare the Canon A1400 and Canon SX500 IS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the A1400 vs the SX500 IS.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1400 and SX500 IS is 93 and 80 respectively.
Canon A1400 vs Canon SX500 IS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1400 and SX500 IS.
Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern A1400 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
Canon A1400 vs Canon SX500 IS Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon A1400 vs Canon SX500 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1400 | Canon PowerShot SX500 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1400 | Canon PowerShot SX500 IS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2012-08-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Digic 4 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/1600 secs |
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 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 174 gr (0.38 lbs) | 341 gr (0.75 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") |
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 images | 195 images |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NB-6L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $109 | $299 |