Canon SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm XQ2

The following is a extended overview of the Canon SD1400 IS versus Fujifilm XQ2, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SD1400 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the SD1400 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The SD1400 IS was manufactured 6 years earlier than the Fujifilm XQ2 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SD1400 IS grades vs the Fujifilm XQ2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and Fujifilm XQ2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD1400 IS Gallery and Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD1400 IS has got 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) whilst the Fujifilm XQ2 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SD1400 IS versus Fujifilm XQ2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SD1400 IS vs the Fujifilm XQ2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1400 IS and Fujifilm XQ2 is 96 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The pic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1400 IS and Fujifilm XQ2.

All in all, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SD1400 IS because of its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Canon SD1400 IS will provide more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SD1400 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.