Canon A1400 vs Casio EX-Z450
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Canon A1400 vs Casio EX-Z450 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
- Introduced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced August 2009

Canon A1400 vs Casio EX-Z450 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon A1400 versus Casio EX-Z450, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the A1400 (16MP) and EX-Z450 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A1400 was brought out 3 years after the EX-Z450 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A1400 grades against the EX-Z450 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A1400 vs Casio EX-Z450 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1400 & Casio Exilim EX-Z450. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A1400 Gallery & Casio EX-Z450 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1400 over the Casio EX-Z450
A1400 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 47 months |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Canon A1400
EX-Z450 | A1400 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A1400 and Casio EX-Z450
A1400 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Canon A1400 vs Casio EX-Z450 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon A1400 offers physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z450 has sizing of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Canon A1400 versus Casio EX-Z450 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the A1400 versus the EX-Z450.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1400 and EX-Z450 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Canon A1400 vs Casio EX-Z450 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A1400 and EX-Z450.
Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon A1400 to provide more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern A1400 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon A1400 vs Casio EX-Z450 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1400 vs Casio EX-Z450 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1400 | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1400 | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2009-08-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.6-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 1/2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 174 gr (0.38 lb) | 128 gr (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 shots | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-40 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $109 | $229 |