Canon SD1400 IS vs Nikon S4100
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Canon SD1400 IS vs Nikon S4100 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
- Released February 2010
- Other Name is IXUS 130 / IXY 400F
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2011

Canon SD1400 IS vs Nikon S4100 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Canon SD1400 IS vs Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SD1400 IS (14MP) and the S4100 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SD1400 IS was introduced 12 months earlier than the S4100 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SD1400 IS grades versus the S4100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD1400 IS vs Nikon S4100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and Nikon Coolpix S4100. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD1400 IS Gallery and Nikon S4100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1400 IS over the Nikon S4100
SD1400 IS | S4100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Canon SD1400 IS
S4100 | SD1400 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD1400 IS and Nikon S4100
SD1400 IS | S4100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon SD1400 IS vs Nikon S4100 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SD1400 IS comes with exterior measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S4100 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Canon SD1400 IS vs Nikon S4100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SD1400 IS and the S4100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD1400 IS and S4100 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Canon SD1400 IS vs Nikon S4100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1400 IS and S4100.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images but you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SD1400 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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Canon SD1400 IS vs Nikon S4100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S4100 |
Also called | IXUS 130 / IXY 400F | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-02-08 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed C2 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 190 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-4L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | - | $140 |