Canon A1400 vs Panasonic FH3
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Canon A1400 vs Panasonic FH3 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS11

Canon A1400 vs Panasonic FH3 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon A1400 versus Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A1400 was announced 3 years after the FH3 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the A1400 matches up against the FH3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A1400 vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1400 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1400 Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1400 over the Panasonic FH3
A1400 | FH3 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 43 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Canon A1400
FH3 | A1400 |
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Common features in the Canon A1400 and Panasonic FH3
A1400 | FH3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon A1400 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1400 has got outer dimensions 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 Panasonic FH3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Canon A1400 versus Panasonic FH3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the A1400 versus the FH3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1400 and FH3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Canon A1400 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A1400 and FH3.
Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon A1400 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher A1400 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon A1400 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Canon A1400 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2010-01-06 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 174 grams (0.38 pounds) | 165 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $109 | $160 |