Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX410 IS
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Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX410 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
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-960mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Revealed February 2015

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX410 IS Overview
Following is a extensive assessment of the Canon A2400 IS versus Canon SX410 IS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the SX410 IS (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was unveiled 4 years prior to the SX410 IS which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the A2400 IS matches up vs the SX410 IS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX410 IS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Canon PowerShot SX410 IS. The full galleries are provided at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Canon SX410 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Canon SX410 IS
A2400 IS | SX410 IS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX410 IS over the Canon A2400 IS
SX410 IS | A2400 IS | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 36 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Canon SX410 IS
A2400 IS | SX410 IS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX410 IS Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A2400 IS features outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Canon SX410 IS has proportions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).
See the Canon A2400 IS versus Canon SX410 IS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the A2400 IS versus the SX410 IS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and SX410 IS is 96 and 80 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX410 IS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and SX410 IS.
Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX410 IS to produce extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged A2400 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX410 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX410 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2015-02-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | DIGIC 4+ |
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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-960mm (40.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 0cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 0.5fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off |
External flash | ||
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 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) | 325 grams (0.72 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") |
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 | 190 photos | 185 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | NB-11LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $149 | $199 |