Canon A1400 vs Canon SX610 HS

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon A1400 vs Canon SX610 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Canon. The resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the SX610 HS (20MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1400 was announced 18 months before the SX610 HS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the A1400 scores against the SX610 HS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1400 and Canon PowerShot SX610 HS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1400 Gallery and Canon SX610 HS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon A1400 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Canon SX610 HS has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A1400 vs Canon SX610 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A1400 versus the SX610 HS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1400 and SX610 HS is 93 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1400 and SX610 HS.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX610 HS to give greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older A1400 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.