Canon A1400 vs Panasonic FH3

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").

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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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.