Canon A1400 vs Nikon L810

Here is a complete review of the Canon A1400 and Nikon L810, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the L810 (16MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1400 was announced 17 months later than the L810 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the A1400 matches up versus the L810 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1400 and Nikon Coolpix L810. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1400 Gallery and Nikon L810 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A1400 features physical measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Nikon L810 has measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A1400 and Nikon L810 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the A1400 against the L810.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1400 and L810 is 93 and 74 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The graphic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A1400 and L810.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern A1400 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.