Canon A2300 vs Olympus VH-410
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Canon A2300 vs Olympus VH-410 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 125g - 95 x 54 x 20mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched August 2012

Canon A2300 vs Olympus VH-410 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Canon A2300 versus Olympus VH-410, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the VH-410 (16MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A2300 was introduced 6 months before the VH-410 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the A2300 scores against the VH-410 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2300 vs Olympus VH-410 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Olympus VH-410. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2300 Gallery and Olympus VH-410 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Olympus VH-410
A2300 | VH-410 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VH-410 over the Canon A2300
VH-410 | A2300 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A2300 and Olympus VH-410
A2300 | VH-410 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2012 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon A2300 vs Olympus VH-410 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A2300 provides external measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-410 has proportions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Canon A2300 versus Olympus VH-410 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the A2300 vs the VH-410.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A2300 and VH-410 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A2300 vs Olympus VH-410 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A2300 and VH-410.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images but you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account.

Canon A2300 vs Olympus VH-410 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2300 vs Olympus VH-410 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2300 | Olympus VH-410 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2300 | Olympus VH-410 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2012-08-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lbs) | 152g (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 210 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $139 | $186 |