Canon SD1400 IS vs Nikon S6400

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon SD1400 IS versus Nikon S6400, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SD1400 IS (14MP) and the S6400 (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD1400 IS was launched 3 years before the S6400 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SD1400 IS grades versus the S6400 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS & Nikon Coolpix S6400. The complete galleries are available at Canon SD1400 IS Gallery & Nikon S6400 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SD1400 IS has outer dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6400 has sizing of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Canon SD1400 IS versus Nikon S6400 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SD1400 IS against the S6400.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SD1400 IS and S6400 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1400 IS and S6400.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon S6400 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged SD1400 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.