Canon A1400 vs Sony HX90V

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Canon A1400 vs Sony HX90V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1400 was announced 22 months prior to the HX90V making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the A1400 grades against the HX90V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A1400 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A1400 offers outside measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Canon A1400 vs Sony HX90V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A1400 versus the HX90V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A1400 and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A1400 and HX90V.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX90V to provide you with extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older A1400 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.