Canon A1400 vs Pentax S1
Portability
93 Imaging
40 Features
22 Overall
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93 Imaging
40 Features
22 Overall
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Portability
93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Canon A1400 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
Canon A1400
(Full Review)
(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
- Introduced June 2013
Pentax S1
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced March 2011
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Its time to look closer at the Canon A1400 vs Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the S1 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the A1400 grades versus the S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Canon A1400 over the Pentax S1
| A1400 | S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2013 |  | March 2011 | Fresher by 29 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Canon A1400
| S1 | A1400 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon A1400 and Pentax S1
| A1400 | S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon A1400 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Canon A1400 enjoys exterior dimensions 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 Pentax S1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the A1400 against the S1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1400 and S1 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Canon A1400 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A1400 and S1.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon A1400 to offer greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher A1400 will have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Portrait Comparison
Canon A1400 Portrait photography information
Pentax S1 Portrait photography information
decent megapixels (16MP)
supports face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
you can focus manually
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Pentax S1 as a Sports photography camera
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low battery pack (150 shots)
lack of phase detect AF
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Pentax S1 as a Travel photography camera
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
low battery pack (150 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Canon A1400 Landscape photography highlights
Pentax S1 Landscape photography highlights
really wide (28mm)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
low battery pack (150 CIPA)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
you can focus manually
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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really wide (28mm)
supports face detect focusing
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic jack
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone socket
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Canon A1400 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot A1400 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Pentax |
| Model | Canon PowerShot A1400 | Pentax Optio S1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2011-03-02 |
| 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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| 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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 174 grams (0.38 pounds) | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| 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 shots | 260 shots |
| Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $109 | $174 |