Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX150 IS
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Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX150 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 54 x 20mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Launched May 2012
- Older Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX160 IS

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX150 IS Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX150 IS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the SX150 IS (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was unveiled 3 months before the SX150 IS and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the A2400 IS grades versus the SX150 IS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX150 IS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS & Canon PowerShot SX150 IS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery & Canon SX150 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Canon SX150 IS
A2400 IS | SX150 IS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Canon A2400 IS
SX150 IS | A2400 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Canon SX150 IS
A2400 IS | SX150 IS | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | May 2012 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX150 IS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon A2400 IS features outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Canon SX150 IS has specifications of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs).
Look at the Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX150 IS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the A2400 IS compared to the SX150 IS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2400 IS and SX150 IS is 96 and 86 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX150 IS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A2400 IS and SX150 IS.
Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon A2400 IS to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX150 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX150 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2012-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-336mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.4-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 lbs) | 306 grams (0.67 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 190 photographs | 130 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $149 | $249 |