Canon SD1400 IS vs Sony TX55
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Canon SD1400 IS vs Sony TX55 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
- Revealed February 2010
- Also Known as IXUS 130 / IXY 400F
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Introduced July 2011
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On this page, we are comparing the Canon SD1400 IS versus Sony TX55, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SD1400 IS (14MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe SD1400 IS was announced 17 months before the TX55 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SD1400 IS scores versus the TX55 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Canon SD1400 IS over the Sony TX55
| SD1400 IS | TX55 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Canon SD1400 IS
| TX55 | SD1400 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2011 |  | February 2010 | Newer by 17 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Display dimensions | 3.3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.6") |
| Display resolution | 1230k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+1000k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD1400 IS and Sony TX55
| SD1400 IS | TX55 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Canon SD1400 IS vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD1400 IS has exterior measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SD1400 IS versus Sony TX55 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD1400 IS compared to the TX55.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SD1400 IS and TX55 is 96 and 97 respectively.
Canon SD1400 IS vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1400 IS and TX55.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony TX55 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD1400 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Canon SD1400 IS vs Sony TX55 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Sony |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
| Also Known as | IXUS 130 / IXY 400F | - |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2010-02-08 | 2011-07-24 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 4 | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3.3" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | - | XtraFine OLED display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.70 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 133 gr (0.29 lb) | 109 gr (0.24 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 images |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NB-4L | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | - | $350 |
