Canon SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm X-E1

Let's look much closer at the Canon SD1400 IS and Fujifilm X-E1, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SD1400 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the SD1400 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The SD1400 IS was announced 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm X-E1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SD1400 IS being a Ultracompact camera and the Fujifilm X-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the SD1400 IS scores vs the Fujifilm X-E1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS & Fujifilm X-E1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD1400 IS Gallery & Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD1400 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-E1 has dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD1400 IS and Fujifilm X-E1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SD1400 IS compared to the Fujifilm X-E1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD1400 IS and Fujifilm X-E1 is 96 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The visual here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1400 IS and Fujifilm X-E1.

All in all, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SD1400 IS with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Fujifilm X-E1 will give you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older SD1400 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.