Canon SD1400 IS vs Sony WX1

The following is a in-depth overview of the Canon SD1400 IS and Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the SD1400 IS (14MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the SD1400 IS (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The SD1400 IS was brought out 7 months after the WX1 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SD1400 IS matches up against the WX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD1400 IS Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SD1400 IS provides exterior measurements 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 Sony WX1 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SD1400 IS vs the WX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SD1400 IS and WX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1400 IS and WX1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The SD1400 IS due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon SD1400 IS will produce more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more recent SD1400 IS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.