Canon A1400 vs Sony WX300

Below, we will be looking at the Canon A1400 versus Sony WX300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Sony. The resolution of the A1400 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1400 was launched 5 months after the WX300 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the A1400 matches up against the WX300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A1400 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1400 offers external measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A1400 versus Sony WX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the A1400 and the WX300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1400 and WX300 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A1400 and WX300.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony WX300 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively.