Canon SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm XQ1

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm XQ1, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SD1400 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the SD1400 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") use different sensor size.

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The SD1400 IS was unveiled 4 years prior to the Fujifilm XQ1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the SD1400 IS grades vs the Fujifilm XQ1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and Fujifilm XQ1. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD1400 IS Gallery and Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon SD1400 IS has got exterior measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Fujifilm XQ1 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm XQ1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SD1400 IS versus the Fujifilm XQ1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SD1400 IS and Fujifilm XQ1 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1400 IS and Fujifilm XQ1.

All in all, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SD1400 IS with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon SD1400 IS will produce more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older SD1400 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.