Canon IXUS 165 vs Canon A2400 IS

Lets examine more closely at the Canon IXUS 165 versus Canon A2400 IS, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Canon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the IXUS 165 (20MP) and A2400 IS (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The IXUS 165 was introduced 2 years later than the A2400 IS and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon IXUS 165 being a Ultracompact camera and the Canon A2400 IS being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the IXUS 165 matches up vs the A2400 IS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon IXUS 165 and Canon PowerShot A2400 IS. The whole galleries are available at Canon IXUS 165 Gallery and Canon A2400 IS Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon IXUS 165 has got physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Canon A2400 IS has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Canon IXUS 165 versus Canon A2400 IS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the IXUS 165 versus the A2400 IS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the IXUS 165 and A2400 IS is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the IXUS 165 and A2400 IS.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon IXUS 165 to offer greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern IXUS 165 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.