Canon SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm Z300
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Canon SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Other Name is IXUS 130 / IXY 400F
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.9-6.4) lens
- 155g - 92 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched June 2009

Canon SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 Overview
Following is a extended assessment of the Canon SD1400 IS and Fujifilm Z300, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the SD1400 IS (14MP) and Fujifilm Z300 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SD1400 IS was introduced 9 months after the Fujifilm Z300 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SD1400 IS matches up versus the Fujifilm Z300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and Fujifilm FinePix Z300. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD1400 IS Gallery and Fujifilm Z300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1400 IS over the Fujifilm Z300
SD1400 IS | Fujifilm Z300 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | June 2009 | More modern by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z300 over the Canon SD1400 IS
Fujifilm Z300 | SD1400 IS | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD1400 IS and Fujifilm Z300
SD1400 IS | Fujifilm Z300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD1400 IS has physical dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Fujifilm Z300 has sizing of 92mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Canon SD1400 IS and Fujifilm Z300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SD1400 IS vs the Fujifilm Z300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SD1400 IS and Fujifilm Z300 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The picture below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1400 IS and Fujifilm Z300.
As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SD1400 IS to render extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SD1400 IS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z300 |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 130 / IXY 400F | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-02-08 | 2009-06-12 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.9-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 9cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 pounds) | 155g (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 92 x 57 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-4L | NP-45 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple Timer, Group Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | - | $0 |