Canon A2400 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500
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Canon A2400 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 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
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Announced June 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix JZ505

Canon A2400 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Overview
Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon A2400 IS versus FujiFilm JZ500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was manufactured 21 months later than the JZ500 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the A2400 IS grades vs the JZ500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2400 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and FujiFilm FinePix JZ500. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the FujiFilm JZ500
A2400 IS | JZ500 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 21 months |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Canon A2400 IS
JZ500 | A2400 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and FujiFilm JZ500
A2400 IS | JZ500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon A2400 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2400 IS features external dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm JZ500 has dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Canon A2400 IS versus FujiFilm JZ500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the A2400 IS and the JZ500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2400 IS and JZ500 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The visual below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and JZ500.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon A2400 IS to produce greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher A2400 IS provides an edge in sensor tech.

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Canon A2400 IS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 |
Other name | - | FinePix JZ505 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 2.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $149 | $230 |