Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung ST90
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Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung ST90 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
- Alternate Name is IXUS 130 / IXY 400F
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Released January 2011

Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung ST90 Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SD1400 IS and Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SD1400 IS (14MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD1400 IS was brought out 11 months prior to the ST90 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the SD1400 IS grades vs the ST90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS & Samsung ST90. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD1400 IS Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1400 IS over the Samsung ST90
SD1400 IS | ST90 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Canon SD1400 IS
ST90 | SD1400 IS | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 11 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD1400 IS and Samsung ST90
SD1400 IS | ST90 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SD1400 IS offers exterior 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 Samsung ST90 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SD1400 IS and Samsung ST90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SD1400 IS vs the ST90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1400 IS and ST90 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1400 IS and ST90.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged SD1400 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS | Samsung ST90 |
Also Known as | IXUS 130 / IXY 400F | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-02-08 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | - | $150 |