Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm FinePix XP70

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and the Fujifilm FinePix XP70, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS was introduced in February 2010 and Fujifilm FinePix XP70 was introduced in January 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS Highlights

      • 14.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 0.7 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70 Highlights

      • 16.4 MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and Fujifilm FinePix XP70.

      PROS

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1500 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.7 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Short Battery Life - 210 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.4 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps

      Advantage of Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS over Fujifilm FinePix XP70.

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm FinePix XP70
      Lower Native ISO 80 vs 100
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.8 vs f/3.9
      Min Normal Focus Distance 50 cm vs 60 cm
      Min Macro Focus Distance 3 cm vs 9 cm
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 15 sec vs 4 sec
      Lighter 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz) vs 179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)

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      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix XP70 over Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS.

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS vs Fujifilm FinePix XP70
      Higher Sensor Resolution 14.1 Megapixel vs 16.4 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 1,600 vs 6,400
      Max Image Resolution 4320 x 3240 vs 4608 x 3456
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Reachs More Telephoto 112 mm vs 140 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 4x vs 5x
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/5.9 vs f/4.9
      Higher Resolution Screen 230k dot vs 460k dot
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/1500 sec vs 1/2000 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 0.7 fps vs 10.0 fps
      Higher Video Resolution 1280 x 720 vs 1920 x 1080
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Environmental Sealing vs
      Water Proof vs
      Shock Proof vs
      Freeze Proof vs

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS Fujifilm FinePix XP70
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO1,6006,400
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Micro
        Light133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS Fujifilm FinePix XP70
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        Timelapse Recording
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen230k dot460k dot
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/1500 sec1/2000 sec
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 7201920 x 1080
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen

      Screen

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and Fujifilm FinePix XP70 have 2.70" Fixed screens with 230k dot and 460k dot resolutions respectively.

      Sensor

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS features a 14.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600. Fujifilm FinePix XP70 features a 16.4 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

      Photography Features

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS is equipped with DIGIC 4 processor and can take pictures up to 4320 x 3240 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4320 x 2432, 3456 x 2592, 2592 x 1944, 2144 x 1608, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix XP70 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3456 x 3456, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2176, 3264 x 1840, 2432 x 2432, 2048 x 1536, 2304 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1728 x 1728 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS has an HDMI and Fujifilm FinePix XP70 has a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS comes with NB-4L battery pack and Fujifilm FinePix XP70 comes with NP-45S battery pack with battery life of 210 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC card slot. Fujifilm FinePix XP70 has a single SC/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/1500 sec on Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS, and up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix XP70. Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS can shoot continuously up to 0.7 fps. Fujifilm FinePix XP70 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 4.00 m on Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and 3.10 m on Fujifilm FinePix XP70..

      Physical Parameters

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS body has dimensions of 92 x 56 x 18 mm (3.62 x 2.2 x 0.71") and Fujifilm FinePix XP70 body has dimensions of 104 x 67 x 26 mm (4.09 x 2.64 x 1.02"). Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS weighs 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix XP70 weighs 179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz).

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      92 mm

      56 mm

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      104 mm

      67 mm

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      67 mm

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      Size comparisons of Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and Fujifilm FinePix XP70 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      POOR
      48
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      AVERAGE
      56
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.7 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      73
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 210 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.7 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      74
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 210 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      72
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 210 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and Fujifilm FinePix XP70 and give them scores of 52 and 61 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      OVERALL
      52
      OVERALL
      61

      Sensor

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      52
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.4 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1500 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.7 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      73
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      51
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      AVERAGE
      55
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      GOOD
      73
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS

      Fujifilm FinePix XP70

      AVERAGE
      55
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 210 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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