Canon A1400 vs Sony WX30

Below is a in depth review of the Canon A1400 vs Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1400 was brought out 24 months later than the WX30 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A1400 matches up against the WX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1400 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are available at Canon A1400 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A1400 offers 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) while the Sony WX30 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A1400 vs Sony WX30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the A1400 compared to the WX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1400 and WX30 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the gap between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1400 and WX30.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The younger A1400 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.