Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX710 HS
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Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX710 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Replaced the Canon SX700 HS
- New Model is Canon SX720 HS

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX710 HS Overview
Here is a thorough analysis of the Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX710 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the SX710 HS (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was revealed 3 years prior to the SX710 HS and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the A2400 IS grades vs the SX710 HS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX710 HS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Canon PowerShot SX710 HS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Canon SX710 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Canon SX710 HS
A2400 IS | SX710 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Canon A2400 IS
SX710 HS | A2400 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 35 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Canon SX710 HS
A2400 IS | SX710 HS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX710 HS Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A2400 IS has got external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Canon SX710 HS has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Examine the Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX710 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the A2400 IS versus the SX710 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and SX710 HS is 96 and 89 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX710 HS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2400 IS and SX710 HS.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX710 HS to provide extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The older A2400 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX710 HS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX710 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | DIGIC 6 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor 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 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.2-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/3200s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, on, off, slow synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 pounds) | 269g (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
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 | 230 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | NB-6LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $149 | $349 |