Canon A1400 vs Nikon S3500
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Canon A1400 vs Nikon S3500 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2013

Canon A1400 vs Nikon S3500 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Canon A1400 and Nikon S3500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the S3500 (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A1400 was introduced 4 months after the S3500 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A1400 matches up versus the S3500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A1400 vs Nikon S3500 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1400 and Nikon Coolpix S3500. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A1400 Gallery and Nikon S3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1400 over the Nikon S3500
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Canon A1400
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Common features in the Canon A1400 and Nikon S3500
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2013 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Canon A1400 vs Nikon S3500 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A1400 features outer measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3500 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A1400 and Nikon S3500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the A1400 against the S3500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A1400 and S3500 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Canon A1400 vs Nikon S3500 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A1400 and S3500.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S3500 to offer you more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively.

Canon A1400 vs Nikon S3500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1400 vs Nikon S3500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1400 | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1400 | Nikon Coolpix S3500 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2013-02-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-182mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.4-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic 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) | 129 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $109 | $85 |