Canon SD1400 IS vs Casio EX-Z270

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon SD1400 IS and Casio EX-Z270, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the SD1400 IS (14MP) and EX-Z270 (10MP) and the SD1400 IS (1/2.3") and EX-Z270 (1/2.5") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The SD1400 IS was announced 14 months later than the EX-Z270 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SD1400 IS matches up versus the EX-Z270 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and Casio Exilim EX-Z270. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD1400 IS Gallery and Casio EX-Z270 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SD1400 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z270 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check out the Canon SD1400 IS and Casio EX-Z270 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SD1400 IS versus the EX-Z270.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1400 IS and EX-Z270 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1400 IS and EX-Z270.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SD1400 IS having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon SD1400 IS will give extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent SD1400 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.