Canon A1400 vs Nikon AW120

On this page, we will be looking at the Canon A1400 vs Nikon AW120, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1400 was brought out 7 months before the AW120 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A1400 matches up against the AW120 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1400 & Nikon Coolpix AW120. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A1400 Gallery & Nikon AW120 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A1400 enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Nikon AW120 has sizing of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the A1400 compared to the AW120.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A1400 and AW120 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The photograph below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1400 and AW120.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you really should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older A1400 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.