Canon A2400 IS vs Canon G9 X II

On this page, we are matching up the Canon A2400 IS vs Canon G9 X II, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both built by Canon. The resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the G9 X II (20MP) is fairly similar but the A2400 IS (1/2.3") and G9 X II (1") provide different sensor measurements.

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The A2400 IS was introduced 5 years before the G9 X II and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A2400 IS matches up against the G9 X II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Canon G9 X II Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A2400 IS has got outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Canon G9 X II has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check the Canon A2400 IS vs Canon G9 X II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A2400 IS vs the G9 X II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and G9 X II is 96 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and G9 X II.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The A2400 IS having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Canon G9 X II will offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The older A2400 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.