Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX740 HS
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Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX740 HS 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
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 299g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Revealed July 2018
- Superseded the Canon SX730 HS

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX740 HS Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX740 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Canon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the A2400 IS (16MP) and SX740 HS (21MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was introduced 7 years earlier than the SX740 HS and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the A2400 IS matches up vs the SX740 HS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX740 HS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Canon PowerShot SX740 HS. The whole galleries are available at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Canon SX740 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Canon SX740 HS
A2400 IS | SX740 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX740 HS over the Canon A2400 IS
SX740 HS | A2400 IS | |||
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Revealed | July 2018 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 78 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Canon SX740 HS
A2400 IS | SX740 HS | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX740 HS Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A2400 IS enjoys outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Canon SX740 HS has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Examine the Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX740 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the A2400 IS compared to the SX740 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and SX740 HS is 96 and 88 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX740 HS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2400 IS and SX740 HS.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX740 HS to provide you with extra detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older A2400 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX740 HS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2400 IS vs Canon SX740 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX740 HS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2018-07-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | DIGIC 8 |
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 | 16MP | 21MP |
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 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-960mm (40.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/3200 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lbs) | 299 gr (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
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 pictures | 265 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom self-timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $149 | $400 |